We help clients register trademarks, patents, and copyrights with the Department of Industry. Our firm also handles legal actions against IP theft or infringement.
A registered trademark:
Protects your brand identity from unauthorized use.
Grants exclusive rights to use the mark in Nepal.
Enhances brand value and market credibility.
Enables legal action against infringement.
Governing Law: Patent, Design and Trademark Act, 2022 (1965) & Rules, 2023.
Authority: Department of Industry (DOI), Ministry of Industry, Commerce & Supplies.
Nepal is a member of Paris Convention, TRIPS Agreement, and WIPO Convention.
Word Marks – Names, words, slogans.
Device Marks – Logos, symbols, designs.
Service Marks – Marks for services.
Non‑Conventional Marks – Colors, sounds, shapes (limited recognition).
Application form (prescribed format).
Proprietor’s company/industry registration certificate.
PAN/VAT certificate.
Trademark label (4 copies, 8×8 cm).
Power of Attorney (if filed via agent).
Tax clearance certificate (if applicable).
Application Submission – File with DOI along with required documents and NPR 1,000 application fee.
Preliminary Examination – DOI checks distinctiveness, legality, and conflicts.
Publication in Industrial Property Bulletin – Public notice inviting opposition within 90 days.
Opposition Period – If no opposition, proceed to registration.
Registration & Certificate Issuance – Pay NPR 5,000 registration fee; validity is 7 years.
Renewal – Renew every 7 years; late renewal allowed within 6 months with penalty.
Standard: 12–36 months if no opposition.
With Opposition: May extend to 2–4 years.
| Service | Fee (NPR) |
|---|---|
| Application | 1,000 |
| Registration | 5,000 |
| Renewal | 5,000 + penalty if late |
Meta Description (SEO‑Optimized): Learn how to register a foreign trademark in Nepal, including eligibility, documents, priority claims, and legal compliance under Nepal’s IP laws.
Key Points
Mandatory Registration: Foreign trademarks must be registered in Nepal for protection.
Eligibility: Only trademarks already registered in the home country can be registered in Nepal.
Priority Claim: Up to 6 months from the home filing date under the Paris Convention.
Application form (prescribed format).
Home Registration Certificate (notarized).
Trademark label (4 copies, 8×8 cm).
Power of Attorney (original).
Proof of priority claim (if applicable).
Application Submission – File with DOI along with notarized home registration certificate.
Examination – DOI may skip substantive examination if home registration is valid, but usually follows standard checks.
Publication in Industrial Property Bulletin – 90‑day opposition period.
Registration & Certificate Issuance – Pay NPR 5,000; validity is 7 years.
Renewal – Every 7 years; same process as local trademarks.
Standard: 6–9 months if no opposition.
With Opposition: May extend to 2–4 years.
