Frequently Asked Questions

A trademark is any sign (word, logo, slogan, shape, sound, or combination) that distinguishes your goods or services from others. Once registered, it becomes your exclusive legal property in Thailand.

Strongly recommended. Thailand follows a first-to-file system — whoever files first owns the rights. Without registration, you have very limited legal protection, even if you've used the name for years.

Word marks (brand names), logos, slogans, product packaging, color combinations, sounds, and even certain 3D shapes. The mark must be distinctive and not purely descriptive.

Generic or purely descriptive terms, government symbols, marks contrary to public order, deceptive marks, and marks identical or confusingly similar to existing registrations.

Typically 12–18 months from filing to registration certificate, assuming no office actions or oppositions. Complex cases can take longer.

(1) Free consultation, (2) trademark search, (3) application drafting, (4) filing with DIP, (5) examination, (6) publication & 60-day opposition period, (7) registration certificate.

DIP may issue an office action asking for clarification or rejecting the mark. We draft a response arguing your case. Our Standard and Premium packages include office-action responses.

10 years from the registration date. It can be renewed every 10 years indefinitely.

The total cost includes our service fee plus the DIP government fees (charged per class of goods/services). See our pricing page for packages, or request a free quote.

No. We disclose all costs upfront in writing before you commit.

Yes, DIP government fees are set by law and are paid directly to the Thai government. We collect and remit them on your behalf.

Yes. Foreign applicants can register Thai trademarks but must appoint a Thai agent (us) through a power of attorney. We handle the entire process remotely.

No. Everything can be done remotely via email, video call, and digital documents. We serve clients worldwide.

We file Madrid Protocol applications to extend protection to other member countries from your Thai base registration.

As a registered owner, you can send cease-and-desist letters, file civil lawsuits, pursue criminal charges against counterfeiters, and register with Thai Customs to intercept counterfeit imports.

Renewal is required every 10 years. We track deadlines for our clients and handle renewals seamlessly.

Yes. Trademarks are property and can be assigned or licensed. We draft the necessary agreements and record them with the DIP.