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  • TM Registration

Do I need to specify color for logo trademark registration?

A trademark is generally accepted if it fulfills at least one of the accepted forms of graphical representation such as [...]

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  • Trademark Removal

Can a registered trade mark be removed from the register?

While a registered trademark can enjoy all the benefits and statutory protection that an intellectual property entails, there are also [...]

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  • TM Registration

How to check your trademark registration status?

It is your responsibility to monitor the progress of your trademark application status at the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore ([...]

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  • Trademark FAQ

What to do when my trademark registration has been refused?

The examination of trademarks in Singapore is handled by Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) and will usually take between [...]

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  • TM Registration

Are trademarks first come first serve

Before the trademark laws were established, established companies were protected by common law based on their influence, years of operation, [...]

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  • Registrar Objections

How to respond to a registrar on objection over trademark

Normally, a trademark application process can take 8 to 12 months if there are no objections and deficiencies in the [...]

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  • TM Registration

How to register a trademark without registering a company

To answer this question, we must first distinguish between a company name and a trademark. A company name is the [...]

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  • TM Registration

Does a start-up company need to register trademark?

A startup company in Singapore, whether owned by a citizen or a foreigner, is not required to register a trademark. [...]

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  • Trademark FAQ

How does one transfer a trademark?

One of the benefits of having a registered trademark is enjoying the exclusive rights given to the proprietor in the [...]

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  • Trademark FAQ

Can I use my trademark in any product?

A registered trademark can only be used on a brand that has been registered with that name, symbol or logo. [...]

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