How to register a trademark in Vietnam?

The process of registering a trademark in Vietnam will be conducted with the National Office of Intellectual Property (NOIP), the governmental authority for intellectual property in Vietnam. Registering a trademark in Vietnam is done as follows:

1. Trademark Search: Look for your trademark to be original and different from similar ones that are already in use.
2. Prepare the Application: Gather the following:
   • Trademark image (logo, wordmark, etc.)
   • Applicant details
   • List of goods/services (based on Nice Classification)
   • Power of Attorney (if using an agent)
3. Submit the Application: File online or in person at the National Office of Intellectual Property (NOIP) and pay the filing fee. Online filing requires a valid Vietnamese digital signature. Foreign applicants are advised to use a licensed IP agent in Vietnam.
4. Examination: NOIP will review your application for completeness and uniqueness (usually 9-12 months, may extend to 14–18 months depending on objections or document amendments).
5. Publication: If approved, your trademark will be published for 2 months for potential opposition.
6. Registration: If no opposition, you’ll receive a Trademark Registration Certificate.
7. Protection: Valid for 10 years, renewable indefinitely.