Indonesia’s Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP) has achieved a remarkable milestone over the past decade. According to a report delivered by the Director General of Intellectual Property, Razilu, a total of 1,738,573 Intellectual Property (IP) applications were filed between 2015 and 2024. “This is a monumental figure that reflects the extraordinary enthusiasm of the…
Filing an Industrial Design in Indonesia may look simple, but even small missteps can lead to rejection—or worse, invalidate your rights after registration. For foreign applicants entering the Indonesian market, understanding what not to do is just as important as knowing the process. Here are the top three mistakes we see most often—and how…
When people think about Intellectual Property (IP) in Indonesia, their minds often go straight to Batik—a traditional cultural expression protected under Copyright. But beyond the cultural spotlight lies a vastly underappreciated and highly strategic asset in IP: Industrial Design. Despite its growing importance, Industrial Design protection in Indonesia remains largely overlooked by creators, businesses,…
The use of the Madrid System — the international Trademark registration system administered by WIPO — continued to show positive growth globally throughout 2024. Indonesia has also become an important part of this growth, both as a designated country and as a country of origin for international trademark applications. Throughout 2024, Indonesia received 8,678…
In Indonesia, Trademark rights belong to the party that files first, not necessarily to the party that used the mark first. This system is similar to many jurisdictions that adopt the first-to-file principle, although some countries, such as the United States, recognize first use. This creates serious risks, especially for foreign brand owners who…
When you file your Trademark in a foreign country like Indonesia, the risk is not always direct copying. Often, local squatters will translate, transliterate, or adapt your Trademark into “Bahasa Indonesia” (Indonesian language) to create a confusingly similar version that still attracts your market, but is still conceptually similar or identical. Indonesia’s Trademark Law…
For innovators and Patent Holders seeking faster and higher-quality Patent prosecution, the Collaborative Search & Examination (CS&E) program offers a promising opportunity. A first in ASEAN, the IP Offices of Singapore and Indonesia have committed to accelerating the search and examination processes for the applicants who file Patents in both countries. The program was launched…
If you are eyeing Indonesia for your PCT National Phase entry, you have likely heard about the 31-month rule, which is calculated from the earliest priority date. But here is the key question: “Miss the deadline — and you’re out?” The answer is: Not necessarily. Unlike some jurisdictions, Indonesia offers a second…
In Indonesia, the Trademark opposition window is only 2 months, but don’t let that short timeline fool you. For global companies and established brand owners, it’s one of the most powerful tools to block copycats before they ever reach the market. Here’s how it works: Every new Trademark application is published for public…
Spoiler: It’s real — and surprisingly common. Trademark squatting is not just a scary headline. It frequently occurs in Indonesia, particularly in fast-moving consumer sectors such as beauty, fashion, and F&B. Both local and foreign parties rush to register brands that do not actually belong to them, hoping to profit when the rightful owner…