The steps to register a trademark in Indonesia.

The trademark registration process in Indonesia involves several key steps:

Search and Clearance:
Before filing, it’s advisable to conduct a trademark search to ensure your mark isn’t already registered by someone else. This helps avoid conflicts and rejections.

Filing the Application:
The application is filed with the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP). It must include your details, a clear representation of the trademark, a list of goods or services, and the class under which the trademark falls.

Formal Examination:
The DGIP conducts a formal examination to ensure the application meets all the necessary administrative requirements. This includes checking if the application is complete and accurate.

Publication:
If the application passes the formal examination, it is published in the Official Trademark Gazette for a period of 2 months. This allows the public to review the trademark and file any objections or oppositions.

Opposition Period:
During the 2-month publication period, any party can file an opposition if they believe your trademark conflicts with theirs. You will have the opportunity to respond to any oppositions filed.

Substantive Examination:
If no opposition is filed, or if any opposition is successfully resolved, the DGIP will conduct a substantive examination. This review ensures the trademark is distinctive, not misleading, and does not conflict with existing marks.

Approval and Registration:
If the trademark passes the substantive examination, it will be approved and registered. The DGIP will issue a certificate of registration, officially recognizing your trademark in Indonesia.