Trademark registration in Vietnam
Trademark registration helps businesses and individuals establish ownership, protect brand identity and handle infringements. We support search, filing and monitoring until the protection title is granted.
Overview of trademark registration
A trademark is protected through registration at the intellectual property authority. Searching before filing helps assess registrability and reduces the risk of refusal due to identity or similarity with existing marks.
Trademarks and intellectual property
Beyond trademarks, businesses may need to protect other IP objects such as industrial designs, patents or copyright. Choosing the right protection form helps safeguard intellectual assets comprehensively.
Services in the Trademark Registration group
Choose the service that matches your needs to see detailed guidance on documents, process and processing time.
- Trademark registrationSearch and file a trademark application to establish ownership.
- Intellectual propertyAdvice on protecting industrial designs, patents and other IP rights.Coming soon
Legal basis
Trademark registration and protection are governed by the Intellectual Property Law No. 50/2005/QH11 (amended and supplemented over the years, most recently by Law No. 131/2025/QH15, effective 1 April 2026) and related guiding documents.
Frequently asked questions about trademark registration
How long does trademark registration take?
The examination process usually takes several months, including formal and substantive examination. The timeline is for reference and may change under current regulations.
Is a search needed before filing?
It is advisable to search beforehand to assess registrability and reduce the risk of refusal due to identity or similarity with existing marks.
Can foreigners register a trademark in Vietnam?
Yes. Foreign individuals and organisations can register trademarks in Vietnam, usually through an industrial property representative organisation.
Need to register a trademark?
Send us your trademark and business field, and we will run a preliminary search and advise on a registration roadmap.
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