Filing Requirements in Nepal
- Complete Trademark Application Form.
- Copies of Trademark Representation.
- Complete details of the Applicant.
- List of Goods and Services.
- Payment Proof.
- Power of Attorney, properly signed and notarized.
Other Requirements
- Languages: English. In case Foreign language (Text/Symbols/Icons must be submitted with their English translation.)
- Multiple Class Applications: Multiple class trademark applications are not allowed in Nepal.
- Power of Attorney: Simply executed Power of Attorney to be submitted simultaneously with the application
- Priority Document: Certified copy of the Priority Document within six months from the date of filing of convention application in Nepal along with a certifiedEnglish translation (if required).
- Validity Term: 7 years from the date of application.The trademark and can be renewed for consecutive 7-year periods indefinitely by payment of additional fees, failing which the mark becomes liable to be remove from the Register on account of non-renewal.
- Official Examination/ issuance of Office Action:After filing of the trademark application, the Department of Industry (DOI) shall conduct a formal and substantive examination of the application to assess the registrability of the proposed mark as per the law. The examination includes a determination as to whether the application has complied with necessary requirements and whether the proposed mark is identical or confusingly similar to any prior registered or pending trademarks.
- Publication and Opposition: The trademark application can be opposed by any person within 90 days of its publication (advertisement) in the Industrial Property Bulletin.
- Renewal: Renewal every 7 years via Form TM-R.
- 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.
Reference GuideTrademarks - The Process
STEP 1 - Search for Similar Existing Marks- Though it is not a compulsory step, however this step is recommended to confirm that the applied mark is unique and available.
STEP 2 - Filing of Application- Submit a trademark application form providing details about the mark and the goods or services it will represent, along with required documents and fees to the Department of Industry (DOI).
STEP 3 - Examination by DIO- DOI will conduct a formal and substantive examination to ensure that the trademark meets all the formal requirements, and is examined for distinctiveness and potential conflicts with existing marks.
STEP 4 - Advertisement- If approved, the trademark will be published in the Industrial Property Bulletin for opposition purposes.
STEP 5 - Opposition (if any)- Any third party may file an objection against the trademark application within 90 days from the date of publication in the IP Bulletin.
STEP 6 - Registration - If no objections are filed or if objections are resolved, the trademark will be registered and a certificate issued.
STEP 7 - Renewal - Trademarks in Nepal are valid for 7 years and can be renewed indefinitely for additional 7-year periods along with the payment of the renewal fee.
Fee Schedule (NEPAL) TRADEMARKS
Conclusion
Trademark registration in Nepal, overseen by the Department of Industry (DOI), follows a structured process that grants 7 years of protection from the filing date, renewable indefinitely in 7-year cycles. Nepal's system is distinct in the region for both its shorter validity and renewal periods, as well as its relatively extended opposition window of 90 days — the longest among the countries covered in this series — which provides third parties with ample time to challenge potentially conflicting marks.
Businesses should be aware that Nepal does not permit multi-class applications: each application must cover a single class of goods or services, requiring a class-by-class filing strategy for broad portfolios. Additionally, non-use of a registered trademark for five consecutive years may lead to cancellation. Applicants claiming Paris Convention priority must file within six months of the original application and submit a certified copy of the priority document within that same six-month window.
For businesses looking to establish or expand their brand presence in Nepal, early filing is advisable to secure priority and avoid conflicts with subsequently filed marks. Working with knowledgeable local trademark counsel helps ensure full compliance with Nepalese filing requirements, efficient prosecution of applications before the DOI, and timely management of renewals to maintain uninterrupted trademark
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