Saudi trade marks: filing, deadlines and the Madrid route
A practical guide to Saudi trade mark prosecution, representation, public-order restrictions, Hijri renewal dates and Madrid accession on 8 October 2026.
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Trade mark protection in the UAE: filing routes, timing and practical requirements
A guide for Korean applicants to direct UAE filing and Madrid designation, including representation, powers of attorney, examination and opposition.
Read articleTrademark Filing in Brazil: Portuguese Specifications, Examination and Registration
A practical guide to Brazilian trademark applications, including Portuguese wording, opposition deadlines, prior use, non-use cancellation and renewal.
Read articleTrademark Filing in Mexico: Timelines, Consent Agreements and Declarations of Use
Understand Mexican trademark filing, timelines, consent agreements, opposition, third-anniversary declarations of use and renewals.
Read articleTrademark Filing in India: From Application to Registration
Explore trademark filing in India, prior-user protection, series marks, hearings, the four-month opposition period and coordination with local counsel.
Read articleAustralian Trademark Filing and Registration: Procedure, Timing and TM Headstart
A guide for businesses protecting their brands in Australia, covering application, examination and registration, as well as the TM Headstart preliminary assessment service.
Read articleA Guide for Companies Selected for the 2026 Overseas Online Platform Entry Support Program
A guide to the process and use of export vouchers for companies selected for the 2026 Overseas Online Platform Entry Support Program.
Read articleCanadian Trademark Applications: Filing, Registration, Timing and Key Considerations
For businesses entering North America, trademark protection in Canada deserves separate consideration. Although some features resemble Korean practice, filing and registration procedures, descriptions of goods and services, use requirements and non-use cancellation rules differ.
Read articleRussian Trademark Applications: Procedure, Registration and Key Rules
Businesses planning to export to Russia or operate there should consider trademark protection before entering the market.
Read articlePhilippine Trademark Applications: Registration and Declarations of Actual Use
The Philippines is an important market for businesses expanding into Southeast Asia. Local trademark protection should be considered before offering goods or services or building a brand there.
Read articleSingapore Trademark Guide: Filing, Registration, Renewal and Rights Management
Trademark rights are territorial. Businesses entering new markets should consider local protection for the names and logos used for their products and services.
Read articleThailand Trademark Applications: Filing, Registration, Renewal and Management
As more Korean businesses expand into Southeast Asia, including Thailand, many are seeking local trademark protection before entering the market.
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