EnglishStress-free trademark registration in New Zealand. We draft, file, and follow up on your Trademark Registration in New Zealand, making sure you avoid bureaucratic hurdles and confusing legal terms. A dedicated consultant assists you from the first step to the final certificate, with clear communication and transparent pricing.
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While you may apply for trademark in NZ yourself, the nuances of classification, specification wording, and dealing with examiner objections make the process demanding. Working with a professional team helps ensure accuracy and reduces the risk of costly errors.
Straightforward hassle free services. We strive to make it easy.
An IP consultant will be assigned to you, through whom you will be able to request all your IP services
Regardless of the amount of countries you need assistance in, we will be able to cover it. We work in over 180 jurisdictions
All prices are clear and without hidden costs. We have competitive and straightforward pricing
Our team is standing by to clarify any questions you may have regarding trademarks and IP in any country of the world
The cost to register a trademark in New Zealand is US$ 350 for the first class, plus US$ 350 for each additional class.
This includes both official IP office filing fees and iGERENT’s professional service fees.
When you apply for a trademark in NZ with us, we manage everything: drafting, filing, tracking, responding to the office, and sending updates.
You benefit from:
With iGERENT, your trademark registration in New Zealand becomes simple, clear, and fully compliant.
Requirements vary by case, but most NZ trademark applications begin with no documents required upfront. A power of attorney is generally not needed.
Depending on your brand and how you use it, the office may later request:
If anything is required, your consultant will guide you step by step, ensuring the documentation process remains easy and stress-free.
Timelines vary depending on examination stages and local workload, but on average the New Zealand trademark registration process takes around 9 months for straightforward cases, based on current application timeframes. This is an estimate only, and actual duration may vary considerably depending on the specifics of your application and any objections or oppositions that arise.
No matter how long it takes, your dedicated consultant will keep you informed at every stage, so you never miss a deadline, request, or important update from the office.
After approval, your trademark proceeds to registration and you receive your official certificate. Once registered, trademarks in New Zealand are valid for ten (10) years from the application date and can be renewed indefinitely in further 10-year periods.
Renewal can be requested during the year before the expiry date, or during the year after expiry (in which case late renewal fees will apply).
If the trademark is not used for three consecutive years after registration, it may become vulnerable to cancellation for non-use.
Remember: NZ trademarks require timely renewal and proper use to remain protected. To simplify this process and avoid missing deadlines, see our Trademark Renewal Service in New Zealand.
Yes. New Zealand allows third-party oppositions if you believe a trademark conflicts with your rights. If a third party applies to register a mark for similar goods or services that includes the primary or distinctive part of your trademark, you can oppose the application on the basis of confusing similarity, prior use, or likelihood of confusion.
Once a trademark is accepted by the office, it is published in the official journal for three (3) months. During this period, interested parties may file an opposition. The chances of success will depend on the specific facts and evidence in each case.
If you believe a pending application affects your brand, we can review your situation and guide you through the full opposition process in New Zealand.
A trademark does not need to be in use in New Zealand in order to be registered. However, if the mark is not used for a period of three consecutive years after registration, it becomes vulnerable to cancellation actions for non-use brought by third parties. In practice, this means that while use is not required to obtain registration, continued use is essential to maintain the registration safely over time.
If at any point you need to prove use or respond to a non-use challenge, iGERENT will guide you through the evidence and documentation required to keep your trademark secure.
Choosing iGERENT means working with experts focused on transparency, reliability, and practical results.
See client feedback on our Testimonials page.
New Zealand recognizes three-dimensional (3D) trademarks, allowing you to protect distinctive product shapes and packaging when the shape itself identifies your brand. The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ) requires that a 3D mark be capable of distinguishing your goods or services from those of other traders. For that reason, applicants must provide clear representations of the shape—usually from all angles needed to show its distinctive features.
If the shape is not inherently distinctive, IPONZ may request evidence of use to prove acquired distinctiveness in the New Zealand market. Non-traditional marks such as 3D trademarks are examined on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the specifics of each application. For further guidance and official criteria, you can consult the IPONZ website.
If you’re considering filing a 3D trademark in New Zealand, contact us for a free, no-obligation review of your case so we can assess your options and help you meet IPONZ requirements.
