International Trademark (Madrid Protocol)

Protect your brand in 130+ countries with a single Madrid Protocol filing

Validity: 10 years per country per class, renewable indefinitelyHandled by verified compliance experts. 100% online process.

What is International Trademark (Madrid Protocol)?

File one international trademark application through the Indian Trademark Office designating 130+ Madrid member countries — including USA, EU, UK, UAE, Singapore, and Australia. Managed through WIPO with our global associate network.

India acceded to the Madrid Protocol in 2013. Indian trademark holders can file a single international application through the Indian Trademark Office (as Office of Origin), designating member countries. Each designated country examines the application under its own laws and may raise objections.

Who Needs International Trademark (Madrid Protocol)?

Indian startups and brands exporting to USA, EU, UK, UAE, Singapore, Australia, Canada, or any of the 130+ Madrid member countries. Also for businesses that have received interest from foreign distributors, investors, or franchisees.

What's Included

Single international application covering 130+ countries
WIPO registration and country notification
Country examination management via our global associates
Advisory on optimal country selection for your market
Cost-effective vs. filing separately in each country

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How It Works

1
Base Mark Verification
Your Indian trademark application or registration is verified. The international application is based on this mark.
2
Country Selection
We advise on the optimal list of countries based on your export/expansion roadmap and the cost-benefit of each designation.
3
MM2 Form Filing
The international application (Form MM2(e)) is filed through the Indian Trademark Office (CGPDTM), which forwards it to WIPO.
4
WIPO Processing
WIPO reviews the application for formalities and notifies designated countries.
5
Country Examination
Each designated country examines the mark under its own laws. We manage objections through local associates in each country.

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Documents Required

Items marked Required are mandatory; others are situational.

Indian Trademark (Base Mark)

Indian trademark registration certificate or application numberRequired
Must have a pending application or live registration in India to file via Madrid
Exact reproduction of the trademarkRequired
Must match the Indian base application exactly

International Filing Details

List of countries where protection is soughtRequired
We advise on priority markets based on your business plan
Goods and services description per Nice ClassRequired
Classes selected must be covered by the Indian base mark
Applicant name and address (in English)Required
Must match the Indian trademark records

Authorisation

Signed Power of AttorneyRequired
Authorises us to file the MM2 application via IP India on your behalf

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Fees & Pricing

Government / WIPO Fees

WIPO basic fee (1 class, black & white mark)

Approx. CHF 653 (approx. Rs 65,000); varies with mark type and class count

Varies

Individual country fees (per designation)

Each country charges its own complementary fee via WIPO — totals vary widely

Varies

IP India handling fee

Rs 1,000-2,000 for the Indian office of origin certification

Varies

Professional Fees

International trademark filing package

Strategy, MM2 preparation, IP India filing, WIPO follow-up for up to 5 countries; 1 class

Varies

* Government fees may vary. GST applicable on professional fees. Final pricing confirmed after review.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum requirement to file a Madrid Protocol application from India?

You must have an active Indian trademark registration or a pending application. The international application is built on this 'base mark'.

How much does international trademark registration cost?

WIPO charges a basic fee of CHF 653 for a black & white mark + CHF 100 per designated country (Annex fees vary). The Indian Office charges ₹9,000 + ₹300 per class. Professional fees are additional.

Can I add more countries later?

Yes. Subsequent designations (adding more countries after the initial filing) can be made at any time while the international registration is in force, by paying the applicable fees.

What happens if my Indian base mark is cancelled?

During the first 5 years, the international registration is dependent on the base mark. If the Indian registration is cancelled, the international registration falls. After 5 years, it becomes independent.