Registering your trademark in Panama is essential for protecting your commercial identity. A trademark registration grants exclusive rights, prevents competitors from using similar signs, and strengthens your brand’s legal position as you grow locally and internationally.
In Panama, trademark rights are established through use, meaning that the person or company that first—and continuously—uses a trademark in the country will have preferential rights over it. However, to effectively prevent others from using or attempting to register your mark, it is strongly recommended to file for registration. A registered trademark benefits from a presumption of ownership, making it far easier to enforce your rights in cases of infringement or disputes.
Trademark applications in Panama must be filed with the General Directorate of the Industrial Property Registry DIGERPI.
If you register a combined trademark (word + logo), your exclusive rights apply only to the exact configuration that was filed and registered. If you intend to use the word element or the design element separately, it is advisable to file additional trademark applications to protect each component independently.