Trademark Registration in Pakistan

In Pakistan, rights to a trademark belong to the person or company that first uses it in the territory. Although registration is not mandatory, it is strongly recommended because it helps to:

• Establish clear ownership of the mark.
• Prevent future conflicts regarding ownership.
• Facilitate enforcement in cases of trademark infringement or misuse by third parties.

Trademark applications must be filed with the Intellectual Property Organization of Pakistan IPOP.

If you register a combined trademark (word + figurative elements) in Pakistan, the exclusive right is limited to using the mark in the exact configuration in which it was filed and registered. If you wish to use the word element separately from the logo (or vice versa), it is advisable to file a separate application covering only the elements you want to use and protect independently.

To register a trademark in Pakistan, you will generally need:

• Original Power of Attorney, signed and notarized.
• The name or logo you want to register
• The applicant’s details

Your iGERENT consultant will confirm the exact requirements for your case and guide you through each step.

The average application process takes 21 months.

This is an estimated process time for straightforward cases based on current timeframes for applications. It may vary considerably.

A registered trademark in Pakistan is valid for 10 years from the application date.

• It can be renewed indefinitely for further periods of 10 years each.
• Renewal may be requested within six (6) months before the expiration date and up to six (6) months after it.
• If renewal is requested after the expiration date, late renewal fees will apply.

Yes. If a third party seeks to register or use a trademark for similar goods or services that includes a primary or distinctive part of your trademark, you may oppose the application based on confusing similarity.

• Opposition actions may be filed within two (2) months following publication of the application in the official gazette.
• It is possible to request an extension of time to file an opposition.
• The chances of success will depend on the specific circumstances of each case.

A trademark does not need to be in use in order to be registered in Pakistan.

However, if the mark is not used for a consecutive period of five (5) years after registration, it becomes vulnerable to cancellation actions based on lack of use. Actual use of the trademark can therefore be crucial to maintain the registration when challenged.

No. We do not provide standalone address for service services in Pakistan

When you instruct iGERENT to handle your trademark application in Pakistan, the address for service requirement is automatically covered as part of our full service. We work with qualified local trademark attorneys who act as your official representative before the relevant Trademark Office, including compliance with all local representation and address for service requirements.

We do not offer address for service services separately for applicants who wish to file directly on their own in jurisdictions where self-filing may be technically permitted. Our services are designed to ensure that applications are properly filed, examined, and managed by experienced local professionals.

If you would like assistance with your trademark registration in Pakistan or any other country, feel free to contact us here and we will be happy to guide you through the process. We offer services worldwide.

Choosing iGERENT for your trademark application in Pakistan means working with a team that values transparency, reliability, and practical results.

Trusted by 12,000+ businesses and with over 25,000 trademarks handled since 2014, we simplify trademark registration in Pakistan through one dedicated specialist coordinating local attorneys worldwide.

• We provide clear quotes that include both official fees and our professional fees, so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
• We’ve managed trademark filings and portfolios for businesses of all sizes, from startups to established international brands.
• We keep you in the loop with regular status updates, not just at filing, but all the way to registration.

Don’t just take our word for it, see why businesses trust iGERENT as the best trademark registration service.