Trademark registration in Iran is governed by specific legal regulations and is carried out under the supervision of the Industrial Property Office of Iran, operating under the State Organization for Registration of Deeds and Properties.
Registering a trademark provides the owner with exclusive legal rights and prevents unauthorized use of the brand name or logo by third parties.
To be eligible for registration, a trademark must meet the following conditions:
Be distinctive and recognizable from other registered trademarks
Be capable of visual representation, including words, images, symbols, color combinations, or a combination thereof
Be registrable by both individuals (natural persons) and companies (legal entities)
The following trademarks cannot be registered under Iranian trademark law:
National flags, official government emblems, military insignia, Red Crescent symbols, and similar marks
Trademarks that may mislead or deceive consumers, such as geographical names used incorrectly
Marks that are contrary to public order, morality, or religious principles
Generic or descriptive trademarks lacking distinctiveness
Trademarks that have already been registered for identical goods or services
Copy of national ID card and birth certificate
Trademark sample in the required format
Commercial card (mandatory for Latin or English trademarks)
Valid business license or activity permit
Company incorporation notice and latest amendments
Copy of national ID card and birth certificate of the CEO
Trademark sample
Commercial card (mandatory for Latin or English trademarks)
Operating license or activity permit
Trademark registration in Iran follows the Nice International Classification, which includes 45 trademark classes. Applicants must select the appropriate class or classes based on their goods or services.
Classes 1–34: Goods
Classes 35–45: Services
These classes cover physical products, including:
Industrial chemicals
Paints, varnishes, lacquers, and inks
Detergents and cleaning products
Industrial oils and greases
Pharmaceuticals and healthcare products
Metals, machinery, and mechanical tools
Scientific, electronic devices, and software
Medical devices and equipment
Vehicles and transportation products
Jewelry, watches, and precious metals
Textiles, clothing, footwear, and headwear
Food products, beverages, and agricultural goods
Tobacco and smoking products
These classes include service-based activities such as:
Advertising and business management services
Financial, insurance, and real estate services
Construction, installation, and repair services
Telecommunications and IT services
Transportation, logistics, and warehousing
Educational, cultural, and entertainment services
Scientific, technological, design, and software services
Hotel, restaurant, and catering services
Medical, veterinary, legal, and security services
Registering a trademark in Iran:
Protects your brand identity legally
Prevents unauthorized use and infringement
Increases brand credibility and commercial value
Enables licensing and legal enforcement
Trademark registration in Iran is a legal process regulated by the Industrial Property Office, granting exclusive brand protection and classification under the Nice system for goods and services.
Company registration in Iran establishes a legal business entity, while trademark registration protects a brand name or logo. Many businesses choose to complete both processes to operate legally and secure their brand identity.
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