Indonesia New Trademark Registration Rules: Scanned Passport & Article of Association are Now Mandatory for Foreign Applicants - AFFA IPR

Indonesia New Trademark Registration Rules: Scanned Passport & Article of Association are Now Mandatory for Foreign Applicants

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The Government of the Republic of Indonesia has officially enacted Minister of Law Regulation (Permenkum) No. 5 of 2026, which introduces updates to the regulations governing Trademark registration in Indonesia. This regulation replaces Minister of Law and Human Rights Regulation No. 67 of 2016 (including its amendments), which is considered no longer aligned with current…

8 Benefits of Registering Patents in Indonesia - AFFA IPR

8 Benefits of Registering Patents in Indonesia

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Amid the growing pace of innovation and technology-driven competition, legal protection for inventions has become increasingly crucial. In 2024, Indonesia ranked 4th globally as a country of origin with the highest number of Simple Patent (Utility Model) filings, totaling 4,842 applications. This increase reflects a growing awareness of the importance of Patent protection. But what…

When Weather Can Be Engineered in Indonesia: Is There a Role for Patents? Who Owns It? - AFFA IPR

When Weather Can Be Engineered in Indonesia: Is There a Role for Patents? Who Owns It?

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Recently, Indonesia has once again been confronted with extreme weather phenomena: high-intensity rainfall within short periods, urban flooding, and drought in other regions. Climate variability is becoming increasingly evident—and increasingly costly in its impact. Amid this situation, a strategic question arises: “Are we merely spectators of changing weather patterns, or can we become technological innovators…

IP Infringed Online? Now You Can Request Official Takedowns in Indonesia - AFFA IPR

IP Infringed Online? Now You Can Request Official Takedowns in Indonesia

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Trademark and Copyright infringement on marketplaces, social media, and websites is not a minor issue in Indonesia. Despite frequent warnings, illegal content distribution, counterfeit product sales, and unauthorized use remain easy to find. Often, enforcement struggles to keep pace with the growth of infringements—take one down, and many more appear in its place. The good…

Examination of Responses to a Provisional Refusal in Indonesia: Understanding the Different Types of Responses and Their Effectiveness - AFFA IPR

Examination of Responses to a Provisional Refusal in Indonesia: Understanding the Different Types of Responses and Their Effectiveness

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In the Trademark registration process in Indonesia, the issuance of a “Provisional Refusal” does not necessarily mark the end of the road. However, many applicants mistakenly assume that every response has an equal chance of overturning the examiner’s decision. In reality, not all responses are treated the same, and not all will be accepted. This…

First Stage of Trademark Examination in Indonesia: Validation & Search — What Is Examined and Why Applications Often Fail Here - AFFA IPR

First Stage of Trademark Examination in Indonesia: Validation & Search — What Is Examined and Why Applications Often Fail Here

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Many Trademark applicants assume that once they apply, all they need to do is wait for the certificate to be issued. In reality, it is precisely at this very first stage that many applications stop, are delayed, or even end in refusal. The Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP), as the authority receiving Trademark applications…

Patent vs. Utility Model – What’s the Difference in Indonesia? - AFFA IPR

Patent vs. Utility Model – What’s the Difference in Indonesia?

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In the innovation-driven business landscape, many business players assume that all technological inventions can be protected in the same way — “just patent it!” In reality, Indonesia’s Intellectual Property legal system distinguishes invention protection into two main regimes: Patents and Utility Models (commonly referred to in Indonesia as Paten Sederhana). Understanding the difference is not…

From Trading Card Hype to Real Business Risk - AFFA IPR

From Trading Card Hype to Real Business Risk: Why Global Creators Should Protect Their IP Early

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In recent years, the global market has witnessed something remarkable: collectible cards have evolved from simple entertainment into high-value assets. In many countries, certain collectible cards are no longer treated merely as hobby items—they are traded like investment products, sometimes reaching the value of luxury goods.   This trend is easy to spot online. Viral…

Trademark Substantive Examination in Indonesia - AFFA IPR

Trademark Substantive Examination in Indonesia

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Indonesia is widely recognized as one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic consumer markets. However, many foreign businesses entering the market underestimate one of the most decisive stages in brand protection: substantive trademark examination. Far from being a mere administrative checkpoint, Indonesia’s substantive examination can determine whether a trademark ever reaches registration—making it a critical strategic…