International Trademark Protection

A U.S. application or registration does not automatically protect a brand in every country. Start with the countries where you sell, manufacture, license or expect to expand, and the goods or services relevant to those markets.

Prioritize actual business needs rather than assuming that every available country must be included. Existing rights, language, local use and planned expansion can affect the questions that need review.

Depending on eligibility and the countries involved, a Madrid System application or direct national or regional applications may be relevant. Madrid uses a basic application or registration and designated members; it is not one guaranteed worldwide trademark.

The designated offices or national authorities apply their own requirements. A filing can encounter objections or require local assistance. Coverage, timing and cost vary with the countries and record.

Before work begins, confirm which jurisdictions can be supported, who handles preparation or representation, and whether local counsel is required. No worldwide coverage or counsel relationship is assumed from this page.

The complimentary preliminary report for a new U.S. filing does not search all foreign registers. International research and professional review should be agreed separately for the relevant markets.

Tell us your mark, current U.S. application or registration details, target countries and expansion plans. We will discuss the appropriate scope and fees before international work begins.

For general requirements, consult USPTO maintenance guidance and USPTO Madrid Protocol guidance. Your record and agreed service scope control the next step.