1. Service Overview
When your business undergoes structural or corporate changes—such as a change of name, address, legal entity update, merger, acquisition, or rebranding—it's crucial to update these changes with the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO). Malaysia requires that all trademark ownership and address details remain accurate to ensure valid enforcement and proper receipt of official correspondence. Our service ensures that your recordal changes comply fully with MyIPO regulations.
2. Why Updating Your Trademark Details in Malaysia is Essential
- ✅ Legal Enforcement: Accurate ownership details are required when enforcing a trademark against infringers before Malaysian courts or MyIPO.
- ✅ Official Communications: MyIPO sends all notices—including renewal reminders and office actions—to the address on record.
- ✅ License & Assignment Compliance: Updated information is required for recording trademark licenses or assignments in Malaysia.
- ✅ Due Diligence for Transactions: Investors and partners require accurate ownership records for mergers, acquisitions, or audits involving Malaysian IP assets.
3. The Malaysia Trademark Change Process
The Malaysia Trademark Change Process
MyIPO requires accurate documentation and formal submission for each type of trademark change.
Change Request & Document Collection
You provide trademark details and official documentation supporting the requested change.
Document Preparation
We prepare the MyIPO change recordal forms and verify that documents meet Malaysian legal requirements.
Filing with MyIPO
We file the change application with MyIPO and provide you with an official filing receipt.
MyIPO Examination
MyIPO examines the request; approval typically takes 2–6 weeks depending on the type of change.
Register Update & Confirmation
Once approved, MyIPO updates the trademark register and issues an official confirmation notice.
4. Fee Structure for Malaysia Trademark Change
| Project | Cost (USD) | Details & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Each registration number | 380 | Change of Name, Address, or Entity |
Official Source: Malaysian Intellectual Property Office Fee Schedule and Market Rates for Trademark Changes
5. What We Need From You
- Trademark registration number(s)
- Proof of change (e.g., company name change certificate, new business registration, address certificate)
- Signed Power of Attorney
- Details of the requested changes
Keep Your Malaysia Trademark Records Accurate
Maintain enforceable trademark rights by keeping your MyIPO registration details fully up to date.