In Cambodia, we work with a trusted local legal partner to ensure that the trademark services we provide are both time-efficient and cost-effective. Our collaborator in Cambodia is David Haskel of Abacus IP, https://www.abacus-ip.com.

Davide Haskel is a partner at Abacus IP, holding a Juris Doctor from the University of California, Berkeley, with a specialisation in Law and Technology, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy from the same institution. Having also studied at Sciences Po in Paris and Tsinghua University in Beijing, he speaks English, French, German and Mandarin.
Abacus IP is a full-service intellectual property agency in the Kingdom of Cambodia. Their international team serves local and international clients in all facets of IP. With over a decade of experience, they help innovators and businesses protect what matters most.

Recognised for their vast experience, Abacus IP is a trusted figure in Cambodia’s registration, transaction, and enforcement of trademarks, patents, industrial designs, copyrights, and other forms of intellectual property. At Trademarkroom, we work closely with them to make sure your intellectual property rights are thoroughly protected, and the application process is as smooth and straightforward as possible.

The importance of Trademark searches
Trademark searches are a vital first step in developing a secure and enforceable brand. Think of them as your brand’s early-warning system, helping you identify potential conflicts before they escalate into legal issues. Just like checking a map before a journey, trademark searches help ensure you’re not stepping into a path already claimed by someone else. A thorough search not only enables you to avoid infringement claims but also strengthens the success rate of your application.

Why register your Trademark in Cambodia?
Are you looking to protect your brand in Cambodia? In today’s competitive environment, securing your brand identity is more critical than ever. Without a registered trademark, your brand name and logo may be vulnerable to imitation, misuse, or unauthorised commercial use, which can result in reputational harm and financial loss.
Registering your trademark gives you the legal basis to take action against infringement, strengthens your market position, and safeguards your brand’s value. It ensures you have exclusive rights to use your mark, adding credibility and assurance for your customers and business partners.

Trademark registration in Cambodia
The D/IPR will issue a notice of acceptance of mark registration when the mark application is deemed to comply with the requirements of the Trademark Law, and a certificate of mark registration will be issued.

In Cambodia, trademark applications are filed with the Ministry of Commerce’s Department of Intellectual Property Rights (D/IPR). Foreign applicants must appoint a Cambodian trademark agent, while local individuals and companies may file directly or through a licensed agent. If an agent is used, a notarised or certified power of attorney (POA) is required, which can be submitted at the time of filing or within two months thereafter.
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Cambodia follows the Nice and Vienna Classifications, even though it is not a signatory to those agreements. Class headings are not accepted unless the goods or services are identified. Figurative elements must be described, and non-English words must be transliterated and translated. Multi-class applications must be filed as a single application.

Priority under the Paris Convention must be claimed within six months of the original filing abroad, accompanied by full details and a certified copy of the priority document, which must be submitted within three months of the Registrar’s request.

To file, applicants must provide their name and address, a sample of the mark, the classification, and a list of goods or services and pay the official fee. Once filed, an acknowledgement is issued, and the mark is published online by D/IPR and WIPO.

The process typically takes 9 to 12 months. An expedited examination may be requested, accompanied by a written explanation. Once approved, a notice of acceptance is issued, followed by the issuance of the registration certificate.

Our fees are subject to VAT and may vary depending on your specific needs. The standard fee quoted applies to one mark in one class of goods or services. Additional classes or complex cases may result in increased costs. Please note that not all names or logos are registrable, and all applications involve an element of risk. While we do everything possible to increase your chances of success, applications are non-refundable and cannot be amended once they have been filed.