Trademark applications made easy

Trademark applications may now be filed electronically with the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore. Although not mandatory, the new system encourages e-filing by setting a premium on fees for applications filed by post.

The e-filing of trademarks can be done directly through the Intellectual Property Office's website. Other activities that may be done online include the following:

• applying to register a certification or collective mark;
  
  
• applying to renew a trademark;
  
  
• amending or updating an applicant's or proprietor's details;
  
  
• applying for an extension of time;
  
  
• appointing a new agent; and
  
  
• updating an address for service.

Gladys Mirandah, Ella Cheong Mirandah & Sprusons, Singapore