FILING REQUIREMENTS IN INDONESIA
A scanned copy of the simply signed power of attorney.
Applicant's name, nationality, and address.
Trademark representation (JPG format).
Specification of goods/services.
If filed with priority rights, details of the first request for mark registration.
Other Requirements
Languages: Bahasa Indonesian. In case foreign language (Text/Symbols/Icons must be submitted with their English translation.)
Multiple Class Applications: Multiple class trademark applications are allowed in Indonesia.
Power of Attorney: Simply executed Power of Attorney to be submitted simultaneously with the application
Priority Document: Certified copy of the Priority Document within three months from the date of filing of convention application in Indonesia along with a certifiedEnglish translation (if required).
Validity Term: 10 years from the date of application.The trademark can be renewed for consecutive 10-year periods indefinitely by payment of renewal fees, failing which the mark becomes liable to be removed from the Register on account of non-renewal.
Official Examination/ issuance of Office Action: After an application is filed, within 15 working days, the DGIP conducts a formality check to ensure all documents are complete and comply with legal requirements. The DGIP may pass or fail the formality check of the application.
Publication and Opposition: The trademark application can be opposed by any person within two months of its publication (advertisement) in the Official Trademarks Gazette. Third parties may object to the application and file a response for the same.
Substantive Examination: If there are no objections, the DGIP conducts a substantive examination, ensuring that the trademark does not contravene Indonesia's laws and regulations.
Renewal: Renewal every 10 years. There is a grace period of six months for late renewal upon payment of additional fees.
Non-Use Cancellation: A trademark may be cancelled if it has not been used fora continuous period of five years from the date of registration.
Fee Schedule (INDONESIA)Trademarks
Reference Guide Trademarks – The Process
STEP 1 – Search for Similar Existing Marks: Though not a mandatory requirement, it is strongly recommended to conduct a preliminary trademark search through the DGIP's online trademark database to confirm that the proposed mark is unique and does not conflict with any existing registered or pending trademarks.
STEP 2 – Filing of Application: Submit a trademark application through the DGIP's online filing system, providing a scanned copy of the simply signed Power of Attorney, trademark representation in JPG format, specification of goods/services, and the applicant's complete details, along with the prescribed filing fee.
STEP 3 – Formality Check: Within 15 working days of filing, the DGIP conducts a formality check to ensure all submitted documents are complete and comply with legal requirements. The application will either pass or fail the formality check. If it passes, it proceeds to substantive examination.
STEP 4 – Substantive Examination: The DGIP conducts a substantive examination to assess whether the trademark meets all applicable legal requirements, including distinctiveness and compliance with Indonesia's laws and regulations. If any objections are raised, the applicant must respond accordingly.
STEP 5 – Publication and Opposition: If no objections arise following substantive examination, the trademark is published in the Official Trademarks Gazette. Any person may file an opposition against the application within two months of publication.
STEP 6 – Registration: If no opposition is filed or if the opposition is resolved in favor of the applicant, the trademark is registered and a Certificate of Registration is issued by the DGIP.
STEP 7 – Renewal: Trademarks in Indonesia are valid for 10 years from the date of application and must be renewed every 10 years. There is a grace period of six months for late renewal upon payment of additional fees.
Conclusion
Registering a trademark in Indonesia, governed by the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP), provides 10 years of protection from the filing date, indefinitely renewable across multiple classes in a single application. Indonesia's multi-class filing system streamlines portfolio management for businesses operating across diverse product and service categories, making it one of the more applicant-friendly systems in the region.
Applicants should be mindful of the two-stage examination process — a formality check followed by substantive review — as well as the two-month publication and opposition window during which third parties may challenge the application. The five-year non-use cancellation rule also makes it essential to actively deploy the trademark in commerce after registration to safeguard against cancellation.
Given Indonesia's stature as one of Southeast Asia's largest and most dynamic markets, securing trademark rights early and maintaining them diligently is a strategic priority for any brand with regional ambitions. Professional assistance is strongly recommended to ensure full compliance with local procedural requirements and to protect your brand throughout the entire registration lifecycle.
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