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Trademark Registration in Philippines - Protect Your Brand Nationwide

Trademark protection in the Philippines is governed by the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines (Republic Act No. 8293), as amended, and administered by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL). IPOPHL conducts both absolute and relative examination, including examination against earlier filed or registered trademarks. The process is known for its strict compliance requirements, definitions, and non-extendible timelines.

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Why Trademark Registration in the Philippines Is Important for Brand Protection?

Exclusive Rights: Grants you exclusive legal ownership and control over your trademark for the registered goods/services throughout the Philippines.

Legal Enforcement: Enables you to take action against infringement, counterfeiting, and unauthorized use through the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) and Philippine courts.

Nationwide Protection: Secures trademark protection across all regions of the Philippines.

Market Positioning: Strengthens brand identity, builds consumer trust, and enhances competitive advantage in the Philippine market.

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Trademark Registration Procedure in Philippines

Here is the step-by-step process followed for trademark registration in the Philippines.

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Filing

Trademark applications are filed with IPOPHL Electronically through the IPOPHL eTMFile system or manually at IPOPHL offices. An application number and filing date are issued upon submission.

2

Examination

A formal and substantive examination is conducted and if deficiencies are found, the applicant must correct them within the prescribed deadline.

3

Acceptance & Publication

Once accepted, the mark is published in the IPOPHL e-Gazette and in a newspaper of general circulation. A 30-day opposition period commences from the date of newspaper publication.

4

Opposition Period

Once published, third parties have 30 days to file an opposition.

5

Registration

If no opposition is filed, or if opposition proceedings are resolved in favour of the applicant, IPOPHL issues a Notice of Allowance and upon payment of the registration fee, the trademark is entered in the register and a Certificate of Registration is issued.

6

Validity & Renewal

A Philippine trademark is valid for 10 years from the filing date. Renewable indefinitely for successive 10-year periods. Renewal must be filed within 6 months before expiry. A 6-month grace period is available with surcharge.

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Trademark Services Available in Philippines

01

Attorney-Assisted Search

In-depth legal search for potential conflicts in the Philippines.

02

Trademark Registration Services

Complete filing and application management for Philippine trademarks.

03

Trademark Renewal Services

Hassle-free renewals to maintain your Philippines trademark protection.

04

Ownership Transfer / Assignment

Continuous monitoring of Philippine trademarks to identify potential conflicts.

05

Ownership Transfer / Assignment

Efficient handling of trademark ownership transfers in the Philippines.

06

Licensing & Franchising Support

Expert guidance to license or expand your Philippine brand.

Documents for Filing

1

Applicant’s name and address

2

Clear Representation of the mark

3

Description of goods/services

4

Passport Copy of the Applicant/ Authorised signatory

5

Copy of CR/Incorporation Certificate

6

Priority claim (if applicable) with proof

7

Power of Attorney if filed through agent

Fees are indicative and subject to change. Contact us for the latest details.

**Last updated on: September 2, 2026

Timeline

Approx. 8-12 months for registration in a straightforward case without objections.

Validity & Renewal

A Philippine trademark is valid for 10 years from the filing date. Renewable indefinitely for successive 10-year periods. Renewal must be filed within 6 months before expiry. A 6-month grace period is available with surcharge.

Frequently Ask Questions

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Q1: Is electronic trademark filing available in the Philippines?

Yes. IPOPHL offers a fully online filing system, which is the standard filing method.

Q2: Can trademarks be cancelled on grounds of bad faith?

Q3: Can trademarks be restored after full expiry?

Q4: Are device marks treated differently from trademarks?

Q5: Can trademarks be used as evidence in unfair competition cases?

Q6: Does IPOPHL allow opposition based on moral rights?

Q7: Are Filipino translations automatically protected?

Q8: Can trademarks be used to oppose later designs or logos?

Q9: Are marks containing foreign flags registrable?

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Insights on Philippines IP Protection

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Philippines Register of Well-Known Marks: How Brands Can Secure Enhanced Trademark Protection

The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines has created an official Register of Well-Known Marks. Giving qualifying brands a formal declaration of well-known status rather than leaving the question to be argued case by case in a dispute. Well-known marks were already protected under the Philippine Intellectual Property Code and international treaties. What is new […]

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