Protecting the Ideas That Drive Value

A trademark is registered in Nepal through an application at the Department of Industry (DoI), which examines the mark before registration. The process includes a search for earlier identical or similar marks, the filing of the application, examination and, once accepted, registration with periodic renewal. The timeline is set by the examination process and the renewal cycle, so it is not something to quote as a fixed number; what speeds or delays it is the completeness of the filing and any objections. Registering a used online brand is important because an unregistered mark gives limited protection. We handle the search, filing and follow‑up so your mark proceeds smoothly.

A trademark protects a brand identifier such as a name, logo or tagline that distinguishes your goods or services in the market, and it is obtained by registration with the concerned authority. Copyright protects creative expression such as written text, images, software code, music and films, and in Nepal it generally subsists automatically upon creation, without an application, though registration and deposit can help prove ownership and enforce rights. The practical question is which asset you are protecting: a trademark for your brand name, copyright for your original creative work. Understanding the difference decides the right route. We advise on the protection that fits each asset and the record you should hold to enforce it.