Indonesia
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In Indonesia, our team brings over 25 years of IP expertise to support businesses in protecting their innovations. With deep local insights and a client-focused approach, we provide tailored solutions to help you thrive in this dynamic market.
Helping you with IP in Indonesia since 2010.
Indonesia marked a pivotal step in our journey, becoming the base for our second office in Southeast Asia. With over 25 years of expertise in intellectual property, we are dedicated to helping businesses navigate the complexities of the Indonesian market. Our team delivers tailored solutions to protect your innovations, overcome unique challenges, and ensure your success in this dynamic region.
Patent & Trademark Services in Indonesia
With all our services, we go the extra mile. We understand that the intricacies of patent and trademark prosecution can be complex. Our team is equipped with the know-how and experience to guide you through every stage of the process, ensuring that your innovations are well-protected.
How to Obtain a Trademark in Indonesia
Registering a trademark in Indonesia is a straightforward process with a timeline of approximately 8–10 months if all requirements are met. Applications are filed online with the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP).
Requirements include:
- A simply signed Power of Attorney (PoA).
- A Statement of Mark Ownership.
- A legalized Deed of ownership.
- For priority applications, a certified copy of the Priority Document with an English translation (if not already in English).
Trademarks must be in Bahasa Indonesia or English. Marks in other languages or scripts require a certified translation and transliteration.
Indonesia supports multi-class applications and is a member of both the Madrid Protocol and the Paris Convention, providing an efficient pathway for international trademark protection.
To obtain a patent in Indonesia, the process involves specific steps to protect your invention. The timeline for registration typically takes 36 to 60 months, depending on the complexity of the application and other factors.
Key Requirements for Patent Registration:
Grace Period: Indonesia provides a 6-month grace period for an inventor’s own disclosure before the filing date. This means the inventor's prior disclosure within 6 months will not affect the novelty of the invention.
Types of Protection for Inventions:
- Patents: Protection lasts for 20 years.
- Simple Patents: Protection lasts for 10 years.
Documents Required for Patent Application:
- Claiming Priority Under the Paris Convention: A Certified Copy (CTC) is required, which can be submitted within 16 months from the priority date.
- Specification and Drawings: The specification must be submitted in English, and a Bahasa Indonesia translation must be provided within 30 days from the filing date in Indonesia.
- Bibliographic Information: This includes the name and address of the inventor and applicant.
- Power of Attorney (PoA), Assignment, and Statement of Ownership: A simply signed scanned PoA, Assignment, and Statement of Ownership must be submitted, which can be done within 3 months from the filing date in Indonesia.
Special Considerations:
Late Entry into National Phase: Yes, Indonesia allows late entry into the national phase if there are circumstances beyond the applicant's control.
Duration of Protection:
- Patents: 20 years from the filing date.
- Simple Patents: 10 years from the filing date.
With these requirements in place, the patent prosecution process in Indonesia ensures that your invention is properly protected while complying with both national and international patent laws.
