How Long Is a Trademark Valid in Indonesia? Check This Out

A registered trademark in Indonesia is protected for 10 years from the filing date and can be renewed for further 10-year periods. This means trademark protection can continue indefinitely as long as the registration is properly renewed.

For businesses, however, trademark validity is not simply a date on a certificate. Owners need to manage renewal deadlines and continue using the mark in connection with the registered goods or services. Failure to do so can create risks that are separate from the formal expiry date.

How Long Does Trademark Protection Last in Indonesia?

Under Article 35 of Law No. 20 of 2016 on Trademarks and Geographical Indications, a registered trademark receives legal protection for 10 years from the Filing Date. The protection can then be renewed for another 10 years.

This is an important distinction for businesses with international trademark portfolios. The 10-year period is tied to the Indonesian filing, so an overseas registration should not be assumed to have the same validity period or renewal date.

For a foreign brand operating in Indonesia, we recommend tracking the Indonesian registration separately, even when the same mark is protected in other jurisdictions.

How Do You Renew a Trademark in Indonesia?

A trademark owner or its representative can apply for renewal within six months before the protection period expires. Indonesian law also allows a renewal application to be filed for up to six months after expiry, subject to the applicable fee and a fine.

The renewal process also involves a declaration that the trademark is still being used for the goods or services stated in the certificate and that those goods or services are still produced or traded.

The current DGIP fee for renewal by a general applicant is IDR 2,250,000 per class when filed within the permitted period before or up to expiry. If renewal is filed within the six-month post-expiry period, the fee increases to IDR 4,500,000 per class.

For that reason, waiting until after expiry is an unnecessarily expensive approach when the renewal date can be managed in advance.

Can a Trademark Lose Protection Before It Expires?

Yes. A trademark’s 10-year validity does not mean the registration is immune from cancellation or deletion during that period.

One important risk is non-use. Following Constitutional Court Decision No. 144/PUU-XXI/2023, an interested third party can seek deletion of a registered trademark where it has not been used in the trade of the registered goods or services for five consecutive years from the registration date or last use, subject to statutory exceptions.

This is particularly relevant for businesses that register a trademark well before a product launch or temporarily suspend commercial activity.

The five-year rule should not be confused with the 10-year validity period: renewal keeps the registration active, while actual use can matter to whether the registration remains vulnerable to a non-use challenge.

What Should Trademark Owners Do Before Expiry?

A reliable trademark management strategy should start well before the renewal deadline.

Businesses should:

• Review the expiry date for each Indonesian registration.
• Confirm that the registered owner and contact details remain accurate.
• Check whether the mark is still being used for the registered goods or services.
• Review whether the existing classes still reflect the business.
• Prepare renewal documents and fees before the renewal window.
• Monitor third-party applications that could conflict with the brand.

DGIP has also introduced email-based renewal notifications, with notices designed around the six-month period before expiry and the six-month grace period after expiry.

For businesses managing multiple registrations across jurisdictions, however, relying solely on government notifications is not a strong portfolio-management strategy. Maintaining an internal or professional renewal calendar reduces the risk of missed deadlines.

Manage Your Trademark Validity with AMR Partnership

Trademark validity is ultimately a portfolio-management issue, not just a registration-date issue. Businesses need to keep track of renewal deadlines, use requirements, ownership records, and potential conflicts throughout the life of the mark.

AMR Partnership is an intellectual property law firm established in 1986 with experience handling more than 135,000 trademarks for local and global clients. The firm provides customized IP solutions and has a dedicated Trademark, Copyright, Industrial Design and PVP division.

AMR can assist with trademark renewal, portfolio management, monitoring, prosecution, licensing and recordals, opposition, and enforcement-related matters, allowing businesses to manage their Indonesian trademark rights beyond the initial filing.

For an international brand, the goal should not simply be to obtain a 10-year registration. It should be to keep the brand protected and commercially usable throughout its lifecycle.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is a trademark valid in Indonesia?
A registered trademark is protected for 10 years from the Filing Date and can be renewed for further 10-year periods.

Can an Indonesian trademark be renewed after it expires?
Yes. Renewal can still be filed within six months after expiry, but additional fees and a fine apply.

Can a trademark be deleted for non-use in Indonesia?
Potentially. Following Constitutional Court Decision No. 144/PUU-XXI/2023, an interested third party may seek deletion where the trademark has not been used for five consecutive years, subject to applicable exceptions