🇮🇱 Israel · Trademark & IP
Trademark registration, patents, copyright, official IP offices, and filing costs.
Quick answer
Israeli trademarks are registered with the Israel Patent Office (ILPO), through the Trade Marks Registrar. You search the register, file under Nice classes, and the ILPO substantively examines the mark before publishing it for a three-month opposition period. An Israeli trademark lasts 10 years and is renewable; Israel is a Madrid Protocol member.
Patents, designs and trademarks are handled by the Israel Patent Office (within the Ministry of Justice).
- Patents, designs and trademarks are filed with the Israel Patent Office.
- Israel is a strong innovation hub with active patent filing.
- International protection can be extended via WIPO's Madrid (trademarks) and PCT (patents) systems.
Step-by-step
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Search the register
Search the ILPO trademarks register for conflicting or similar marks in the relevant classes before filing.
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File the application
File with the ILPO, describing the mark and classifying the goods/services under the Nice Classification.
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Substantive examination
The ILPO examines both absolute and relative grounds — including earlier marks — and may issue office actions.
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Publication, opposition and renewal
The mark is published for a three-month opposition period, then registers; it lasts 10 years and is renewable.
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Cover patents, designs and copyright
Protect inventions with ILPO patents and appearance with registered designs; copyright arises automatically on creation.
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Enforce and go international
Enforce your rights against infringers and use the Madrid Protocol to extend protection abroad.
Checklist
- ILPO register search
- Application (Nice classes + mark)
- Substantive exam (absolute + relative grounds)
- Publication + 3-month opposition + registration (10 years)
- Patents + registered designs (ILPO)
- Automatic copyright
- Enforcement strategy
- Madrid Protocol for international
Official authorities
- Israel Patent Office (gov.il)
Patents, designs and trademarks.
Frequently asked questions
Does Israel examine earlier marks?
Yes — the ILPO conducts a full substantive examination including relative grounds, so conflicting earlier marks can block registration.
How long does an Israeli trademark last?
Ten years from the filing date, and it can be renewed for further periods to keep it in force.
Can I file internationally from Israel?
Yes — Israel is a Madrid Protocol member, so you can extend protection to many countries from an Israeli base application.
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