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Filing intellectual property in Singapore
Singapore is a first-to-file, English-language common-law hub with fast examination and strong enforcement; many businesses use it as the ASEAN entry point for brand protection.
- Office
- IPOS
- Language
- English
- Local currency
- SGD
- Opposition
- 2 months from publication
- Term
- 10 years from filing
- Renewal
- Every 10 years; 6-month grace period available with surcharge
| Right | Official fee | Our fee | All-in | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Mark / Brand Name | $175 | $199 | $374 | 6–9 months |
| Service Mark | $175 | $199 | $374 | 6–9 months |
| Trade Name / Business Name | $25 | $99 | $124 | 1–5 days |
| Patent | $100 | $1,290 | $1,390 | 18–36 months |
| Utility Model / Petty Patent | Not available — IPOS operates no registry for this right | |||
| Copyright | $0 | $99 | $99 | 1–2 months |
| Industrial Design | $130 | $520 | $650 | 3–6 months |
| Geographical Indication & Collective Marks | $175 | $590 | $765 | 6–12 months |
| Trade Secret & Confidentiality Programme | $0 | $590 | $590 | 2–4 weeks to implement |
Indicative single-class / single-application rates in USD. Your live quote confirms the exact amount before payment.
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This guide is general information about Singapore procedure, not legal advice. Official source: https://www.ipos.gov.sg