Philippines Trademark Renewal

In the Philippines, a trademark registration is valid for ten (10) years from the date of registration. It can be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year periods.

To ensure continuous protection, trademark owners should renew their trademark:

• Up to six (6) months before the expiration date.
• Within the six (6) months after expiration, subject to the payment of a late renewal fee.

Failure to renew within this grace period will result in the cancellation of the trademark.

To renew trademark Philippines, you must submit:

• The trademark registration number
• Owner or applicant details
• Payment of applicable trademark renewal fees

As of July 25, 2024, the publication and issuance fees must be paid together with the renewal fee at the time of filing.

Yes. For trademark maintenance Philippines, a Declaration of Actual Use (DAU) must be filed with supporting evidence:

• Within three (3) years from the filing date of the trademark application.
• Within one (1) year after the fifth anniversary of the registration date.
• Within one (1) year from each renewal date.

Failure to file the DAU on time will result in the removal of the trademark from the register.

Acceptable proof includes:

• Product labels or packaging with the trademark
• Screenshots of websites selling goods or services using the mark in the Philippines
• Photos of products or storefronts showing the mark
• Marketing materials like brochures or flyers
• Receipts or invoices showing trademark usage in commerce

If you miss the deadline, you still have six months to renew by paying an additional fee. If you do not renew within the grace period, your trademark will be canceled.

No. Once a trademark has been canceled due to failure to renew or submit the DAU, it cannot be reinstated. You will need to file a new application, with no guarantee of approval.

Trademark renewal in the Philippines can be done online through the IPOPHL platform. For faster, error-free filing, consider working with experts.