Trademark registration in Malaysia.
Greatly expand the legal protection available to your brand through trademark registration, and help safeguard your intellectual property. We can help you avoid potential conflicts with other brands and register your lawful trademark in Malaysia and other jurisdictions.
Who can register a trademark?
Any individual, business organization, institute or legal entity may apply for a trademark registration. Whilst, it is not mandatory to register a trademark before using it under Malaysian law, it is however strongly recommended to do so to prevent trademark hijacking.
In Malaysia, a smooth trademark application process takes approximately between 9 – 15 months. The rights conferred by a trademark registration take effect from the date of application being filed. Acclime can guide you through your trademark application process in Malaysia.
Benefits of registering
a trademark.
A trademark registration will grant the proprietor the exclusive rights to use, license or sell their mark in relation to the registered goods and services. The trademark proprietor may also initiate legal action or proceedings under the Trademarks Act 2019 against any unlawful use of their trademark or any trademark which is confusingly similar thereto.
Simple steps
to register trademark.
1. Conducting a comprehensive study or trademark search
Before we can file your application, we will study the existing trademarks in your industry and geographical area to make sure there are no conflicts. The final report includes an opinion and analysis of the registration feasibility.
2. Submitting the registration request
Next, we will prepare and submit your trademark application with the Registrar of Trademarks in Malaysia. The consideration period by the Registrar is usually under 12 months, during which clarifications may be sought.
