International Trademark Registration (Madrid Protocol)
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One filing, 130+ countries covered.
India is a member of the Madrid System administered by WIPO. An Indian trademark applicant or registrant can file an international application (Form MM2) through IP India, designating any member countries where protection is sought. WIPO examines the application for formalities and transmits it to each designated country's trademark office for national examination. SS Marks prepares and files the MM2 application and manages responses from each designated country.
Documents required
- Indian trademark application number or registration certificate (the "basic mark")
- List of countries where international protection is required
- Transliteration / translation of the mark if it contains non-Latin script (for certain countries)
- List of goods/services in NICE classification for each designated country
How we handle this for you
Country selection & class mapping
We advise on target country selection based on your business geography and map goods/services to the NICE classification requirements of each country.
MM2 preparation
International application (Form MM2) prepared and filed through IP India as the Office of Origin.
WIPO examination & transmission
WIPO examines the application for formal compliance and transmits to each designated country's national office.
National examination monitoring
We monitor examination results in each country and manage any local objections, engaging local trademark agents where required.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Madrid Protocol?
The Madrid Protocol is an international treaty administered by WIPO that allows trademark holders to seek protection in multiple member countries through a single application — rather than filing separately in each country.
Does international registration give me a registered trademark in each country?
The international registration is examined by each designated country's trademark office under its national laws. Protection in a particular country is only confirmed once that country grants protection. If a country raises an objection, it must be responded to separately.
How long is international trademark protection valid?
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What is the dependency period for an international registration?
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Can I add countries after the initial filing?
Yes. You can designate additional countries after the initial international registration by filing a subsequent designation — without filing a new international application.
Ready to protect your brand internationally?
SS Marks will advise on country selection and prepare the Madrid Protocol application — initial consultation, without obligation.