International Trademark Registration (Madrid Protocol)
Protect your brand in multiple countries with a single application through the Madrid Protocol. We file from your Indian base application and manage the designations and central administration.
Starts at
Custom
+ GST | WIPO and each country's fees vary by number of countries and classes
Timeline
Filed via India; each country examines separately
Documents
Indian base mark + country list
One application, many countries
Madrid Protocol via WIPO
Central management
Cost-efficient expansion
Pricing
Take your brand global
The Madrid Protocol lets you file in many countries through one application. WIPO and per-country fees depend on the countries and classes you choose.
Madrid Filing
Multi-country via WIPO
Quoted on countries/classes
- Base-application check
- Country (designation) strategy
- WIPO filing via India
- Central administration
Prices are professional fees and indicative. Government fees, stamp duty, DSC, PAN/TAN, state charges and third-party costs are extra and may change. A final engagement summary separates each component before payment.
Overview
What is International Trademark Registration (Madrid Protocol)?
The Madrid Protocol is an international system that lets you protect your trademark in many member countries through a single application filed via your home office (India's Registry, for Indian applicants), administered by WIPO.
Instead of filing separately in each country, you file one international application based on your Indian application or registration, designate the countries you want, and manage renewals and changes centrally. Each designated country still examines the mark under its own law.
We assess your base mark, advise on which countries to designate, file through India to WIPO, and manage the international registration.
Is it for you?
Who needs it — and who doesn't
Recommended if
- Brands expanding or selling internationally
- Exporters and D2C brands shipping abroad
- Startups protecting a brand in key markets
- Businesses wanting cost-efficient multi-country protection
May not be needed if
- Businesses operating only in India (a domestic registration suffices)
- Those targeting a single foreign country (a direct national filing may be simpler)
Benefits
Why it's worth doing right
One application, many markets
File once, designate multiple countries, and avoid separate filings everywhere.
Central management
Renewals, changes and additions are managed centrally through WIPO.
Cost-efficient expansion
Generally cheaper and simpler than filing nationally in each country separately.
Eligibility
Eligibility & key conditions
- You have an Indian trademark application or registration (the base mark)
- You're expanding to Madrid member countries
- The base mark and the international mark are the same
Documents
Documents required
What we need
- Your Indian base application/registration
- The list of countries to designate
- Classes and goods/services
- Applicant details
Process
A clear path from start to filed
Official filing
How the India's Trademark Registry → WIPO (Madrid) → national offices flow works
An Indian applicant files the international application through India's Registry, which certifies it and forwards it to WIPO. WIPO records the international registration and notifies each designated country, which then examines the mark under its own law within set timelines.
We coordinate the filing through the official Madrid system. Each country can still object or refuse under its own law; we track and respond. We make no claim of guaranteed protection in any country.
Costs
Fees & cost breakdown
| Cost component | Indicative amount |
|---|---|
| Professional feeBy countries and classes | Custom |
| WIPO feesBasic fee plus per-country and per-class components | Per application |
| Country feesEach designated country's fee, set by that country | Per designation |
Deliverables
What you receive on completion
After this filing
What you need to stay compliant next
Central renewals
Renew the international registration centrally; we track the dates.
Add countries later
You can designate more countries over time under the same registration.
Avoid delays
Common mistakes & reasons for rejection
Common mistakes
- Filing without a solid Indian base mark
- Designating the wrong countries for your market
- Ignoring a country's national objection
- Forgetting the 5-year dependency on the base mark
AI-powered assistance
AI does the heavy lifting. Experts make the call.
AI assists with checks, drafting and explanations only. A qualified professional reviews every defined checkpoint and the final filing before submission. AI does not make consequential compliance decisions on its own.
Protect your brand worldwide
We file one international application from your Indian base mark and manage protection across the countries you choose.
Compare
International Trademark Registration (Madrid Protocol) vs USA Trademark Registration
| Factor | International Trademark Registration (Madrid Protocol) | USA Trademark Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Many countries via one application | The United States specifically |
| Route | Madrid Protocol (WIPO) | Direct USPTO filing (or via Madrid) |
| Best for | Multi-country expansion | US-focused brands |
Use cases
Built for how real businesses operate
Exporter
Need: Protect brand in 5 markets
We suggest: One Madrid application designating those countries.
D2C brand
Need: Selling abroad online
We suggest: Madrid filing for the key destination markets.
Why MyFinancialAdvisory
A more accountable way to stay compliant
Quality & accountability
Reviewed by compliance experts
Every international trademark registration (madrid protocol) engagement is prepared with structured checks and signed off by qualified professionals before anything is filed — speed without sacrificing accuracy.
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Trademark & IP review
Our trademark and IP work is prepared with AI-assisted searches and checks and reviewed by professionals experienced in trademark prosecution, objections and oppositions before anything is filed.
Structured document checks
Documents and eligibility follow structured checks before expert review.
Expert-reviewed before filing
A qualified professional signs off every defined checkpoint.
Compliance-safe guidance
Advice mapped to current rules — no shortcuts, no guesswork.
Resources
Related guides & reading
Trademark Registration Process in India
From search to the ® symbol, step by step.
Read moreHow to Protect a Brand Name in India
Search, class, file and enforce — the full playbook.
Read moreTrademark Registration Cost in India
Government fee by applicant type, plus professional fees.
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FAQs
International Trademark Registration (Madrid Protocol) — frequently asked questions
What is the Madrid Protocol?
An international system, administered by WIPO, that lets you protect a trademark in many member countries through a single application filed via your home country's office.
Do I need an Indian trademark first?
Yes. The international application is based on your Indian application or registration (the 'base mark'), filed through India's Registry.
Is the mark automatically protected everywhere?
No. Each designated country examines the mark under its own law and can object or refuse. Protection is country-by-country.
How is it cheaper than filing in each country?
One application, one set of formalities and central management usually cost less and are simpler than separate national filings everywhere.
What is the 5-year dependency?
For the first five years, the international registration depends on the base mark — if the base mark is lost in that period, the international registration can be affected.
Can I add countries later?
Yes. You can designate additional member countries over time under the same international registration.
How are renewals handled?
Centrally through WIPO, which simplifies keeping protection alive across all designated countries.
Which countries can I file in?
Any Madrid Protocol member country. We advise on the right markets for your business.
Is protection guaranteed?
No. Each country decides under its own law. We file correctly and respond to objections to maximise success.
Ready to get international trademark registration (madrid protocol) done?
Start with a quick conversation. We’ll confirm scope, documents, fees and the next deadline.