Taiwan Trademark Registration Services

Protecting your intellectual property in Taiwan requires more than just filling out forms—it demands a strategic approach.

At Li Chen International Patent & Trademark Office, we leverage nearly 40 years of local expertise to guide global businesses through the entire TIPO registration lifecycle.

From meticulous pre-filing risk analysis to proactive long-term portfolio maintenance, our dedicated legal specialists ensure your brand identity is legally ironclad.

Explore our streamlined 5-step process below to see how we secure your market advantage efficiently and transparently.

01. Comprehensive Classification & Brand Strategy

We begin by analyzing your brand assets—including your official website, marketing catalogs, and product menus—to understand the actual commercial use of your trademark.

Rather than just filing a single name, our senior consultants design a tailored, cross-class protection strategy that secures your brand against future infringement and squatters.

You will receive a customized Report on Proposed Taiwan Trademark Classes with an in-depth professional consultation.

1-3 Working Days

02. Advanced Dual-System Search & Risk Analysis

To ensure your application succeeds, we perform an exhaustive search utilizing two distinct database systems.

We look beyond exact textual matches to identify potentially conflicting phonetic similarities and graphical lookalikes within your chosen classes.

Following the search, our trademark attorneys deliver a comprehensive Similarity & Risk Analysis Report, providing clear legal guidance on your probability of approval before you invest in filing.

1-3 Working Days

03. Final Confirmation & Efficient Digital Filing

Once you approve the filing strategy, we prepare your application for submission.

By leveraging the Taiwan Intellectual Property Office’s (TIPO) official e-filing system, we can complete your application delivery within one week at the earliest.

For global clients, we feature a fully contact-free, secure Electronic Signature method for signing powers of attorney, ensuring your legal documents are processed swiftly, regardless of your time zone.

Required Documentation:

High-resolution trademark images (.png or .jpg)
Complete Applicant Name & Official Registered Address
Legal Power of Attorney (E-signed)

5-6 Months

04. TIPO Examination & Office Action Management

Your application will enter the formal examination phase by TIPO.

During this period, our legal team closely monitors the progress.

Should TIPO issue an Office Action (refusal notice) or if a third party files an opposition, our 40-year experienced legal team will craft robust legal responses, arguments, and disclaimers to vigorously defend your trademark rights.

5-6 Months

Ongoing (10-Year Protection Period)

05. Lifecycle Control & Trademark Maintenance

A Taiwan trademark registration is valid for 10 years.

To prevent unexpected expiration and the loss of your brand rights, Li Chen provides a proactive docketing control service.

We monitor your renewal windows and will notify you one year in advance, with follow-up reminders two months prior to expiration, ensures your international intellectual property assets remain safe and continuously protected.

Ongoing (10-Year Protection Period)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can foreign companies or individuals apply for a trademark in Taiwan directly?

A: Yes, foreign applicants can protect their brands in Taiwan.

However, according to Taiwan’s Trademark Act, applicants without a domicile or business office in Taiwan must appoint a qualified local trademark agent (such as Li Chen) to handle the application. We act as your official legal representative to ensure seamless communication with TIPO.

Q2: Does Taiwan follow a "First-to-File" or "First-to-Use" principle?

A: Taiwan strictly follows the “First-to-File” system.

This means that trademark rights belong to the entity that submits the application first, regardless of who used the brand name or logo prior to the filing date.

Therefore, early filing is highly recommended to prevent brand squatting and protect your market entry.

Q3: What happens if TIPO issues an Office Action (Refusal Notice)?

A: An Office Action does not mean your application is permanently rejected. It is often an opportunity to provide formal legal arguments, disclaimers, or limit the scope of goods/services.

With nearly 40 years of experience, Li Chen’s legal team excels at crafting persuasive responses to overcome objections and fight for your approval.