TRADEMARK APPLICATION FILING IN
Armenia

The intellectual property protection system in Armenia was first established in January 1992 under the Government of the Republic of Armenia. Since then, it has developed into a more structured and modern framework. In July 2021, the responsible agency was officially renamed the Armenian Intellectual Property Office (AIPO), which now operates under the Ministry of Economy.

The Office is responsible for administering and protecting intellectual property rights in Armenia. It also plays an important role in strengthening the legal environment that encourages innovation, fosters creativity, and supports long-term economic growth.

The trademark registration before the Intellectual Property Office of Armenia can be filed either through the online portal or via offline mode.

Multi-class applications are allowed by the Intellectual Property Office of Armenia.

The requirements for filing a trademark application are as follows:

• Name, nationality, and address of the applicant;
• Mark representation (logo/device/word, etc.);
• Descriptions of goods and/or services;
• Certified priority document*;

*If priority is being claimed, a Certified Priority Document in Armenian must be submitted within three months of filing;

• Power of Attorney*;

*An original sealed or stamped Power of Attorney should be filed along with the trademark application or within two months from the date of filing. If a stamped version is not available, the Power of Attorney must be duly notarized.

The official language for trademark proceedings is Armenian. However, supporting documents can be submitted in any language. In such cases, translation must be provided within two months from the filing date for foreign applicants, while national applicants are required to submit the translation at the time of filing.

The trademark registration process in Armenia begins with the filing of an application before the Intellectual Property Office along with the required documents. Once filed, the application undergoes a formal examination within two months to ensure compliance with all filing requirements. After successful completion of the formal examination, the application is published and subsequently subjected to substantive examination within three months from the date of publication.

If any objections or discrepancies are identified during examination, the Armenian IP Office issues an office action, allowing the applicant two months to respond. In the absence of objections or opposition, the application proceeds to registration. Upon payment of the prescribed registration fee, the trademark is registered and a certificate of registration is issued.

In Armenia, any interested party may file an opposition against a published trademark within two months from the date of publication. This deadline is strict and cannot be extended and the opposition must clearly state the grounds on which it is based.

Upon receipt of the opposition, the AIPO notifies the applicant within five days. The applicant is then given one month from the date of notification to submit a response supported by relevant arguments and evidence. If no response is filed within the prescribed period, the AIPO will decide the opposition based on the available evidence/information on record.

A trademark registration in Armenia is valid for a period of ten years. The trademark must be renewed within six months before the expiry of trademark registration.

A registered trademark must be actively used within five years of its registration. If the trademark is not used continuously during this period, it may be subject to cancellation following a request from a third party.

The trademark registration in Armenia normally takes between five to seven months in straightforward applications.

According to 2024 World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) statistics, trademark filings in Armenia increased by 25.5%, reflecting growing interest in intellectual property protection. This trend is also seen in an 8.5% rise in Madrid System designations covering Armenia. In parallel, WIPO has supported the country through seminars, awareness programs, and projects aimed at strengthening the IP ecosystem. Armenia’s progress in innovation is further reflected in the Global Innovation Index, where its ranking improved from 63rd in 2024 to 59th in 2025.