Quick Facts on Trademark Registration in Malaysia

REGISTRABLE TRADEMARKS

Traditional trademark - Letter; Alphabet; Word; Name; Signature; Numeral; Device; Logo; Brand; Heading; Label; Ticket

Non-traditional trademark - Shape of goods; Packaging; Colour; Sound; Scent; Hologram; Positioning; Sequence of motion

Collective mark

Certification mark

WHO CAN APPLY

Any person who is a bona fide proprietor of a mark, including incorporated and unincorporated body.

HOW LONG TO REGISTER

12 to 18 months from filing up until issuance of certificate, provided it is a smooth process, without any office action or opposition.

DOCUMENTS & INFO NEEDED

Full name & address of applicant (Company/ Individual)
Company registration certificate (If applicant is company)
Applicant's IC or Passport (If applicant is individual)
Softcopy of trademark in high resolution
List of goods and services under the trademark

HOW TO REGISTER

Click here to check out the step by step guide on trademark registration process in Malaysia!

BLACK & WHITE MARK COVERS ALL COLOUR

Yes!

SERIES MARK APPLICATION

Permissible. Up to 6 series marks in single application. The marks shall resemble each other in material particulars. Click here to find out more on series mark application in Malaysia!

PROTECTION PERIOD

10 years from the date of filing. May be renewed for further term of 10 years.

RENEWAL DOCUMENTS

Simple instructions with a copy of the certificate of registration is sufficient.

Disclaimer: The above information is merely for general sharing and does not constitute any legal advice. Readers are advised to seek individual advice from the professionals.

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