Trademark Application in Brazil

Trademark Application in Brazil ®

Secure your trademark rights in Brazil. Our experts handle INPI filing, class selection, and office action responses. Get professional guidance for Brazilian trademark registration.

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Protect Your Brand in Brazil: Expert Trademark Registration

Navigate the Brazilian IP Office (INPI) with confidence. Our end-to-end service manages your entire trademark application process efficiently.

1. Service Overview

Filing a trademark application with the Brazilian National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) requires understanding of local regulations and procedures. Brazil operates under a “first-to-file” system. Our service ensures your application meets INPI standards—from correct Nice Classification selection to responding to office actions in Portuguese.

2. Key Advantages of Our Service

  • ✅ Strategic Pre-filing Search: Comprehensive search of INPI database for identical or confusingly similar marks.

  • ✅ Correct Classification: Guidance on selecting accurate Nice Classification for Brazil.

  • ✅ INPI-Compliant Filing: All documentation and interactions handled by native Portuguese professionals.

  • ✅ Office Action Management: Expert handling of INPI examination reports (“Exigências”).

  • ✅ Madrid Protocol Expertise: Professional handling of Brazil designation under international registration.

3. The Trademark Application Process in Brazil

The entire process from application to registration in Brazil generally takes 16–18 months for smooth applications.

The Trademark Application Process in Brazil

Brazil's INPI trademark registration process includes several official examination stages.

1

Application Filing

We file your trademark application with INPI and secure the filing date.

2

Formal Examination

INPI reviews the application for formal requirements (1–3 months).

3

Publication

The mark is published in the INPI Gazette for a 60-day opposition period.

4

Substantive Examination

INPI examines distinctiveness, conflicts, and compliance (6–12 months).

5

Registration & Certificate

Registration granted after fee payment. Protection lasts 10 years from grant.

4. Fee Structure for Brazil Trademark Application

Project Cost (USD) Details & Notes
Each category 1160 Includes INPI official fees and attorney fees.

Official Source: Based on the official fee schedule of the INPI and prevailing market rates.

5. What We Need From You

  • Trademark Representation: Clear image file for logo marks.

  • Applicant Information: Full legal name and address.

Ready to Protect Your Brand in Brazil?

Enter the Brazilian market with confidence. Our experienced team navigates INPI requirements seamlessly.

How long does trademark protection last in Brazil?
Trademark registrations in Brazil are valid for 10 years from the grant date and can be renewed for successive 10-year periods.
Is use required to maintain trademark rights in Brazil?
Yes, trademarks must be used within 5 years of registration and use must be maintained to avoid vulnerability to cancellation.
Can I file in English with INPI?
No, all documents must be filed in Portuguese. We handle all translations and Portuguese document preparation for you.
What is the opposition period in Brazil?
The opposition period is 60 days from publication in the Industrial Property Journal.
Do I need a local attorney to file in Brazil?
Yes, foreign applicants must be represented by a local Brazilian attorney. We work with experienced Brazilian trademark attorneys.