Trademark Registration in Greece (GR): Secure Your Brand Rights
Trademark registration in Greece at a glance: filed with Trademarks Directorate, Industrial Property Organisation (OBI), Varvaki 21 & Momferratou, Athens; valid for 10 years from the filing date, renewable every 10 years; Madrid Protocol: Member since 10 August 2000; opposition period: 3 months from publication of the decision accepting the application.
Trademark registration in Greece gives you an exclusive right to your mark for the goods and services you register. Applications are filed with the Trademarks Directorate of the Industrial Property Organisation (OBI) under Law 4679/2020 on trademarks. Protection runs for ten years from the filing date and can be renewed every ten years. Greece is a member of the Madrid Protocol and the Paris Convention. Our trademark consultants handle search, filing and follow-up for businesses trading into Greece.
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Greece trademark registration at a glance
- IP office
- Trademarks Directorate, Industrial Property Organisation (OBI), Varvaki 21 & Momferratou, Athens
- Law
- Law 4679/2020 on trademarks (Government Gazette A’ 71/20.03.2020)
- Classification
- Nice Classification; one application can cover several classes
- Madrid Protocol
- Member since 10 August 2000
- Paris Convention
- Member since 2 October 1924
- Language
- Greek; foreign-language documents must be translated by a lawyer or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Agent for service
- Every application names an agent for service (antiklitos)
- Opposition period
- 3 months from publication of the decision accepting the application
- Validity
- 10 years from the filing date, renewable every 10 years
- Official fees
- €100 for electronic filing in one class, €20 for each additional class
- Renewal
- €90 online for one class; paid in the last six months, or within 6 months after expiry with a 50% increase
- Non-use
- Rights can be revoked after 5 years without genuine use
- Appeals
- To the Trademarks Administrative Committee, then the administrative courts
* Timelines assume no objections or oppositions. Laws change, so contact us to confirm current requirements.
Why register your trademark in Greece
Low official cost
OBI’s fee for electronic filing is €100 for one class and €20 for each additional class.
Protection from the filing date
Under Law 4679/2020, protection starts on the filing date and runs for ten years, renewable every ten years.
Earlier owners are told
When OBI’s examiner finds earlier marks, it notifies their owners so they can oppose, which helps keep the register clean for your mark too.
National, EU or Madrid
Greece can be covered by a national filing with OBI, an EU trade mark, or a Madrid designation.
Why choose Legacy Partners Global as your trademark consultants in Greece
- Greek lawyer and agent for service: we file through a Greek lawyer, who acts as your agent for service in Greece.
- Greek translations handled: foreign-language documents must be translated by a lawyer or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and we arrange this.
- National, EU or Madrid: we compare a Greek filing, an EU trade mark and a Madrid designation for your markets.
- Compliance first: we screen every instruction against applicable sanctions rules before filing.
- One point of contact: our Dubai office manages your Greek filing with your other markets.
A qualified attorney reviews every enquiry within one working day.
Our trademark services in Greece
End-to-end support from our licensed in-country attorneys, from the first search to lifelong protection.
Trademark search
search of the Greek register, including through TMview, before you file.
Trademark registration
class selection, Greek specification, electronic filing with OBI and follow-up to registration.
Examination response
corrections within 30 days and appeals to the Trademarks Administrative Committee.
Opposition
filing or defending oppositions within the 3-month window.
Renewal and recordals
renewals, assignments, licences and changes of name or address.
Trademark watch
monitoring of published acceptances for conflicting marks.
Trademark registration process in Greece
Here is how to register a trademark in Greece, step by step.
Search and classify
We search the register and map your goods and services to the Nice classes.
File electronically with OBI
We file the declaration with the mark, the applicant’s details, the classified list of goods or services and the agent for service, and pay the fee by card. The filing date is the date the declaration is submitted.
Formal check (30 days to correct)
If the application has formal defects, the examiner invites you to correct them within 30 days of notification; otherwise the file is archived. The filing date stands if you correct in time.
Examination
The examiner checks the absolute grounds for refusal and searches for earlier marks, notifying their owners so they can oppose. A refusal can be appealed within 60 days.
Publication and opposition (3 months)
The decision accepting the application is published, and an opposition may be filed within 3 months of the day after publication.
Registration
If no opposition is filed, or it is rejected, the mark is entered in the trademark register. Protection runs for 10 years from the filing date.
Start your application in a few minutes. Nothing is filed until you approve the written quote.
Documents required for trademark registration in Greece
Filing declaration with the request, the representation of the mark and the applicant’s details
List of goods or services, classified by Nice class
Appointment of an agent for service (antiklitos), signed by the owner
Power of attorney and the lawyer’s fee advance receipt, if a lawyer files for you
Company documents proving the signatory’s authority, translated into Greek if in another language
Agent for service and representation in Greece
Every application names an agent for service (antiklitos), signed by the owner; the agent’s last declared address is the legal address for notifications. If a lawyer represents you, the filing includes the lawyer’s power of attorney and fee advance receipt. Documents in another language must be translated into Greek by a lawyer or by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We send the documents for signature the same day you instruct us.
Trademark registration fees in Greece
Official fees are set by Article 87 of Law 4679/2020 and collected by OBI. Electronic filing is cheaper than paper filing, and the filing fee is the only official fee to registration.
| Official OBI fee | EUR |
|---|---|
| Filing, electronic, one class | 100 |
| Filing, paper, one class | 120 |
| Each additional class | 20 |
| Total government cost to registration, electronic, one class | 100 |
| Renewal, electronic, one class | 90 |
| Renewal, paper, one class | 110 |
| Renewal, each additional class | 20 |
| Opposition, appeal or application before the Trademarks Administrative Committee | 70 |
| Hearing fee before the Committee | 40 |
| Transfer or licence recordal | 90 |
Late renewal within 6 months after expiry costs the renewal fee increased by half. Fees last checked: 3 November 2026 against OBI’s trademark fees page. Contact us for a fixed written quote for your filing.
Timeline, validity and renewal
The national procedures register estimates about one month for processing an electronic filing, followed by a 3-month opposition window once the acceptance is published. Protection starts on the filing date and ends ten years later; it can be renewed every ten years. OBI notifies the owner at least six months before expiry. The renewal fee is paid in the last six months of protection, or within six further months after expiry with the fee increased by half.
Trademark law and IP office in Greece
Trademarks in Greece are governed by Law 4679/2020, which implements EU Directive 2015/2436. The Trademarks Directorate of the Industrial Property Organisation (OBI), supervised by the Ministry of Development, examines and registers marks. The Trademarks Administrative Committee hears oppositions, appeals and cancellation requests, and its decisions can be challenged before the administrative courts. Greece has been a member of the Paris Convention since 2 October 1924 and the Madrid Protocol since 10 August 2000.
Use requirements and non-use revocation
Under Law 4679/2020, the owner loses the rights, in whole or in part, if within five years of registration the mark is not put to genuine use for the registered goods or services, or if use is suspended for five continuous years. Revocation can be requested from the Trademarks Directorate or raised as a counterclaim in infringement proceedings. Keep dated invoices, packaging, advertising and distributor agreements that show the mark in use.
Opposition, objections and appeals
Formal defects
The examiner invites you to correct defects within 30 days of notification. If you comply in time, the original filing date stands; otherwise the file is archived.
Refusal
A decision refusing the application in whole or in part can be appealed to the Trademarks Administrative Committee within 60 full days of notification.
Opposition
An opposition against the decision accepting an application can be filed within 3 months of the day after its publication. The official fee is €70, plus a €40 hearing fee.
Appeals
Decisions of the Trademarks Administrative Committee can be challenged before the administrative courts.
Trademark enforcement and infringement in Greece
A registered trademark gives you an exclusive right to prevent unauthorised use of identical or similar signs for the goods and services it covers. Law 4679/2020 also implements EU Directive 2004/48 on the enforcement of intellectual property rights.
Your enforcement options
- Cease-and-desist letter: often the most practical first step.
- Infringement action: bring civil proceedings for infringement before the courts.
- Opposition and cancellation: oppose conflicting applications, or ask the Trademarks Directorate to declare a registration invalid or revoked.
- Online takedowns: remove infringing listings on marketplaces and social media.
Defending your registration
Watch published acceptances and oppose conflicting marks within 3 months, and keep evidence of genuine use.
How Legacy Partners Global helps
Our trademark consultants in Greece handle evidence gathering, oppositions, cancellation actions and coordination with local counsel.
What to know before filing in Greece
Name an agent for service
Every application must name an agent for service in Greece.
Translate into Greek
Foreign-language documents must be translated by a lawyer or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Correct within 30 days
Formal defects must be fixed within 30 days of the examiner’s notice.
Greece, EU or Madrid
Greece can be covered nationally, by an EU trade mark, or by a Madrid designation.
Use your mark
Rights can be revoked after five years without genuine use.
Client stories
Businesses that trust us with their brands across borders.
What sets Legacy Partners apart is their dedication to building strong client relationships. Their team was approachable, responsive, and always ready to guide us through the trademark registration process. We felt valued and supported from start to finish.
Working with Legacy Partners for our trademark registration was an excellent experience. Their expertise, attention to detail, and clear guidance made the process smooth and hassle free. We truly appreciate their responsive communication, personalized service, and commitment to building strong client relationships. Highly recommended for professional and reliable trademark service.
Legacy Partners provided excellent support throughout our trademark registration process. Their expertise, attention to detail, and professional approach gave us confidence at every stage. We truly appreciate their reliable service and commitment to protecting our brand.
* Client stories are shared with permission.
Trademark registration in Greece: FAQ
How long does trademark registration take in Greece?
The national procedures register estimates about one month to process an electronic filing. Once the acceptance is published, there is a 3-month opposition window before registration.
How much does trademark registration cost in Greece?
OBI’s official fee for electronic filing is €100 for one class and €20 for each additional class. Paper filing costs €120. Contact us for a fixed written quote.
How long is a Greek trademark valid?
Ten years from the filing date, renewable every ten years. Online renewal costs €90 for one class.
Can I file one application for several classes?
Yes. Each additional Nice class costs €20, up to all 45 classes.
Do I need a local trademark agent or consultant in Greece?
Every application names an agent for service (antiklitos) for notifications. If a lawyer represents you, the filing includes the lawyer’s power of attorney.
How do I choose a trademark consultant in Greece?
Every application names an agent for service (antiklitos) for notifications. If a lawyer represents you, the filing includes the lawyer’s power of attorney.
Is a UK, US or UAE trademark valid in Greece?
No. You need a Greek registration with OBI, an EU trade mark, or an international registration under the Madrid Protocol that designates Greece.
What can I do if someone copies my trademark in Greece?
Send a cease-and-desist letter, bring infringement proceedings, oppose their application, or ask for their registration to be declared invalid or revoked.
Can someone oppose my application?
Yes. An opposition can be filed within 3 months of the day after the acceptance decision is published.
Do I need to use my trademark before filing?
No. But rights can be revoked if the mark is not put to genuine use within five years of registration.
What language is the application filed in?
Greek. Documents in another language must be translated by a lawyer or by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Can I register a trademark in Greece through the Madrid Protocol?
Yes. Greece has been a Madrid Protocol member since 10 August 2000, and international registrations can designate Greece.
What documents do I need, and does the power of attorney need notarisation or legalisation?
You need the filing declaration, the mark, the classified list of goods or services, the appointment of an agent for service, and, if a lawyer files, the lawyer’s power of attorney. Company documents prove the signatory’s authority.
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Register your trademark in Greece today
Speak to our trademark consultants in Greece. Send your mark and we will reply with a free search and a fixed written quote within one working day.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Official requirements and fees can change; we confirm the current position for your matter before filing.
