The short answer
To get a trademark in Bangladesh you search, file Form TM-1 with the DPDT, pass examination, publication and a 2-month opposition window, then pay for registration. The first term is 7 years, then renewals of 10 years. Plan for 12 to 24 months. This page lists the forms and payments at each stage.
Forms and payments by stage
| Stage | What you submit | Official fee (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Search | Search request (Form TM-4 for a formal search) | 27 |
| Filing | Form TM-1, mark, Nice class, POA (scanned copy is enough) | 61 + 15 POA |
| Examination | Reply to any objection within 2 months (extendable) | None |
| Publication | TMR-05 notice, TMR-09 form with payment | 37 |
| Registration | Registration fee after the opposition window | 243 |
| Renewal | Form TM-12 or TM-17, proof of payment, scanned POA | 243 |
If you are a foreign owner
You must appoint a local agent to file and act for you. No notarisation or legalisation of the POA is needed. Claim Paris Convention priority if you file within 6 months of your first filing abroad.
Keeping the registration alive
- Renew every 10 years after the first 7-year term, without limit
- A 6-month grace period applies after expiry, with a late surcharge
- If you also miss the grace period, apply for restoration within 1 year, at the DPDT's discretion
Association fee. If the DPDT treats your mark as associated with an earlier mark of yours, you will get a demand for USD 20 per cited mark. Pay within 30 days or risk rejection or loss of rights.
Getting a trademark: questions
Which form starts the process?
Form TM-1, filed with the DPDT.
Do I need a notarised power of attorney?
No. A scanned copy is enough.
How long until I get the certificate?
Usually 12 to 24 months from filing.
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