Additional Services in Papua New Guinea
Discover how our services help protect and strengthen your brand in Papua New Guinea.
Trademark Registration
Register your trademark to establish and secure your business identity.
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Renew your trademark to maintain uninterrupted protection for your brand.
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Attorneys
Applications are handled by experienced local Trademark Attorneys to ensure that all legal requirements are met.
Communications
A dedicated Account Manager will act as your point of contact for all communications.
Tracking
You can use our admin panel to track and review the current status of any service you have requested.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Papua New Guinea part of the Madrid System for international trademark registration?
Papua New Guinea is not a member of the Madrid System, which includes the Madrid Agreement and the Madrid Protocol. Therefore, international trademark applications cannot include Papua New Guinea as a designated country.
Is the Nice Classification System used in Papua New Guinea?
Papua New Guinea follows the Nice Classification System.
Can a trademark application be challenged in Papua New Guinea?
Here are some reasons why a trademark application might be opposed:
- Ownership rights
- Violation of copyright
- The mark is too generic
- The mark is merely descriptive
- The mark serves a functional purpose
- The mark lacks distinctiveness
- The mark includes a geographical indication
- The mark is misleading, deceptive, or disparaging …
What types of trademarks cannot be registered in Papua New Guinea?
- Marks that go against moral values or public order
- Common terms that everyone uses
- Marks that aren't unique or distinctive
- Last names
- Names of places
- Marks that break the law
- Marks that could mislead people or cause confusion
Can I legally use my trademark in Papua New Guinea even if it hasn't been registered yet?
You can legally use a trademark even if it hasn't been registered, for any goods or services.
What are the advantages of using a trademark in Papua New Guinea before officially filing it?
- Using the trademark before filing can show that it has become distinctive over time.
- It can assist in countering objections that claim the trademark lacks distinctiveness.
What kinds of trademarks can be registered in Papua New Guinea?
- Words
- Names
- Logos
- Slogans
- Packaging/Appearance
- Service Marks
What is the website address for the national trademark office in Papua New Guinea?
You can visit the national office online at this web address: https://www.ipopng.gov.pg/.
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