The Indonesia trademark database allows businesses to check trademark applications and registrations recorded by Indonesia’s Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP) before filing a new application. For international businesses entering…
When an intellectual property dispute in Indonesia reaches the litigation stage, the Commercial Court is generally the forum for civil disputes involving trademarks, patents, copyrights, and industrial designs. For foreign…
Intellectual property can represent a significant business asset, but companies often struggle to quantify its economic value. Trademarks, patents, copyrights, software, designs, and other intangible assets can support financing, licensing,…
Indonesia has significantly accelerated its trademark registration process. Under Minister of Law Regulation No. 5 of 2026, which took effect on February 23, 2026, straightforward applications without opposition can potentially…
Managing intellectual property across Southeast Asia is not simply a matter of registering the same trademarks, patents, and designs in every country. A regional portfolio has to follow the business:…
Choosing a trademark lawyer in Indonesia is about more than finding someone who can file an application. For businesses entering or operating in Indonesia, the right counsel should be able…
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…
Before filing a trademark in Indonesia, checking existing marks in the relevant classes is one of the most useful clearance steps a business can take. A trademark class search can…
Finding your brand registered by another party in Indonesia can disrupt a market-entry plan, especially when the registration appears unrelated to your business. For international brand owners, the first step…
Choosing the right class is one of the first decisions to make when filing a trademark in Indonesia. A trademark class search helps identify where your goods or services fit…
