Cancellation of trademarks for non-use in Thailand
In Thailand, use of a trademark is not a requirement neither for obtaining trademark registration nor for maintaining a trademark registered, unlike in a few other countries.
Situation update on provisional refusals in Thailand
Almost 7 years after the Madrid System became operational in Thailand, significant gaps remain, but noticeable progress has been made
Thailand IP office unveils new fast-track registration process
The Thai DIP announced a new expedited examination process for trademark applications. A trademark will be examined within as few as 6 months
Thailand’s new fast-track trademark registration
The Department of Intellectual Property introduced a new accelerated examination process for trademark applications.
Provisional refusals in Thailand (Madrid applications)
If you filed a trademark application via the Madrid system designating Thailand, you will face a provisional refusal issued by the Thai DIP
Positive changes ahead: Thailand’s draft amended patent act
Most Madrid applications designating Thailand are receiving provisional refusals since the Madrid System became operational in Thailand
The elephant pants, a fashionable symbol for Thailand
Thai elephant pants are gaining popularity among locals and tourists alike, prompting calls to promote them as part of Thailand’s soft power.
Thai customs launches new IP recordation system
Thai Customs Department has recently introduced its platform for intellectual property recordation, called TCIRs
Thailand’s new customs recordation procedures (2022)
Under the new recordation system, brand owners are allowed to record their intellectual property information with the Customs Department
Fast-track trademark renewal operational in Thailand
The Thai DIP introduced a new fast-track trademark renewal system through which new certificates can be obtained within one hour
