Norway Trademark Renewal

A trademark is valid for 10 years:

• From the application date (if filed on or after July 1, 2010)
• From the registration date (if filed before that date) Trademarks may be renewed indefinitely for 10-year periods.

• Renewal window: 12 months before expiration
• Grace period: 6 months after expiration
• After grace period: The trademark automatically lapses

• No formal documents required
• Renewal can be filed by any party, but the certificate is sent only to the registered agent or owner
• Online renewal is available via NIPO portal

• A lapsed trademark may be restored within 4 months after the deadline if:
• A restoration request is submitted within 2 months of the obstacle being removed
• The missed deadline was unintentional
• After this period, the mark may be re-registered by third parties, though bad-faith filings can be opposed

• NIPO sends reminders before expiration
• Keep contact and representative data up to date to receive notifications

Avoid:

• Missing both the grace period and restoration window
• Assuming automatic restoration is available
• Letting contact details become outdated

You have 6 months to renew with a late fee. After that, restoration is possible only within 4 months, and only if the lapse was unintentional.

Yes: under strict conditions and within a limited timeframe. After that, you must reapply.

No. Use is not required for renewal in Norway.

You should promptly inform NIPO to maintain accurate registration records.