Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about trademark registration in Brazil.

Registration & Filing Overview

US$275
Per trademark/class

The cost per trademark/class is US$275 (including logo filings under Nice Classification). Professional and official fees included — no surprises.

We offer a significant discount when several trademarks are filed together.

Automated Certificate Issuance
Certificates are issued automatically once an application is allowed.
Simplified Filing Workflow
Application has been significantly streamlined for faster processing.

Monitoring & Protection

Weekly Gazette Monitoring
Weekly monitoring of the Official Gazette to detect conflicting applications.
Status Alerts
Rapid alerts when there are publications or actions related to your trademarks.
10-Year Protection
10 years, renewable.

The current average timeline is 14 months from filing to grant. Milestones:
  • 8 weeks after filing: Publication for opposition period
  • 60 days: Opposition period (if no oppositions filed)
  • 14 months: Examination and grant

Core filing documents include:
  • Power of Attorney - May be signed and returned by email
  • Affidavit - Declaration of business activity
  • Trademark representation - Logo or word mark
  • Goods/services description - What the trademark will cover

For standard filings, legalization is generally not required.

The cost per trademark/class is US$275 (including logo filings under Nice Classification). Professional and official fees included — no surprises.

We offer a significant discount when several trademarks are filed together.

Yes. Yes. Under Phase II of the INPI's Priority Trademark Processing framework, examination times can be reduced to just a few months. Priority filing is available for up to 10 applications per applicant across key strategic categories, including:
  • Digital Commerce & Marketplaces: Applicants requiring registration to operate on digital sales platforms or to take down online infringements.
  • Legal Enforcement: Applicants involved in ongoing judicial lawsuits regarding the mark, or those filing defenses/responses based on prior user rights.
  • Intellectual Property Links: Trademark applications directly tied to a corresponding fast-tracked patent (including the active Brazil-China PPH agreement).

International applicants may also benefit. Because Brazil is a first-to-file system, early filing remains critical.

In Brazil, each trademark class requires a separate application. As a result:
  • Each class has its own application number and timeline
  • Separate government fees for each class
  • Independent examination processes
  • Different grant dates possible

Our weekly monitoring service includes:
  • Application status updates - Progress on your pending applications
  • Similarity searches - New applications that might conflict with yours
  • Publication alerts - When your applications are published
  • Grant notifications - When your trademarks are officially registered

Yes. Brazil is a member of the Madrid Protocol, and you can designate Brazil in your international application. Please note:
  • Response deadlines and procedures follow Brazilian law
  • Designation issues can still arise and may require local handling
  • Opposition and examination processes remain the same
  • Our monitoring services apply to Madrid Protocol applications

We regularly assist with Madrid Protocol designations for Brazil.

Yes. A significant portion of our practice involves working with international law firms as Brazilian correspondent counsel. We provide:
  • Professional collaboration - Direct attorney-to-attorney communication
  • Detailed reporting - Regular status updates and documentation
  • Seamless integration - We work as an extension of your team

We adapt to your reporting format and communication preferences.

We provide services in both English and Portuguese. Communications, reporting, and documentation can be delivered in English to support international clients.

Getting started is straightforward:
  1. Contact us via WhatsApp, email, or our contact form
  2. Trademark search - We check availability in Brazil
  3. Quote and timeline - You receive clear pricing and expected timing
  4. Document preparation - We prepare the required paperwork
  5. Filing and monitoring - We handle filing and ongoing follow-up

Most availability checks are completed within 24 hours of your request.

Under Ordinance No. 15/2025 (effective Nov 28, 2025), a descriptive or generic sign may qualify if it acquires distinctiveness through use. Key requirements include:
  • Continuous use for at least three years before filing
  • Public recognition in Brazil that links the sign to your goods or services
  • One-time request during prosecution only
  • Service code 3021 for acquired distinctiveness proof (effective Dec 20, 2025)

A 12-month transitional window from Nov 28, 2025 also applies to pending cases and invalidity proceedings challenging distinctiveness.

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