The short answer
A trademark representative in Bangladesh must be a Bangladesh citizen and permanent resident with the principal place of business in Bangladesh, hold a degree and have at least 2 years of experience or IP training (or 2 years of work in the Registry), and pass the Registrar's check of knowledge (Rules 59 and 60). Registration is on Form TM-2 and must be renewed every year on Form TM-3 by 31 December; a late renewal is possible until 31 March with a late fee. Your appointed agent files Form TM-10 with your application (Rules 6 and 8).
Who can act as a trademark representative
- Bangladesh citizen and permanent resident, with the principal place of business in Bangladesh.
- A bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience, or IP training, or 2 years of work in the Registry.
- The Registrar tests the applicant's knowledge before registration.
- Registration is applied for on Form TM-2 (Rules 59 and 60).
Yearly renewal of the representative's registration
| Step | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal on Form TM-3 with the fee | By 31 December |
| Late renewal on Form TM-3 with a late fee | By 31 March of the following year |
A representative who does not renew in time risks losing the right to act. Ask any firm that files for you to confirm that its representatives are currently registered.
What the agent does in your application
- Files Form TM-10 together with Form TM-1. A party outside Bangladesh must give an address for service in Bangladesh on TM-10 (Rules 6, 8 and 13).
- Receives the Registrar's objection notices and the Trademark Journal entries for your mark.
- Files replies, hearing requests and evidence within the Rules' deadlines (see Rules 2015 deadlines and forms).
- Signs powers of attorney. See the power of attorney rules.
How to choose your Bangladesh agent
- Ask who will actually act for you in Bangladesh, not only who takes your instruction.
- Ask for a written status report from the DPDT record, not a forwarded message.
- Check that the firm tracks the Journal and your deadlines. Missing a reply deadline means the application is treated as abandoned.
- Compare official fees on our cost page; professional fees are separate.
Trademark representative questions
Who can be a trademark representative in Bangladesh?
A Bangladesh citizen and permanent resident with the principal place of business in Bangladesh, a degree and at least 2 years of experience or IP training, who passes the Registrar's check (Rules 59 and 60).
Which forms register and renew a representative?
Form TM-2 registers a representative and Form TM-3 renews the registration.
When must the registration be renewed?
By 31 December each year. A late renewal is possible until 31 March with a late fee.
Do I need a representative to file a trademark?
An agent files Form TM-10 with the application. A party outside Bangladesh must give an address for service in Bangladesh (Rules 6, 8 and 13).
Can a foreign lawyer file directly?
The Rules require an address for service in Bangladesh and set Bangladesh residence for registered representatives. Most foreign owners appoint a local firm.
Need a trademark agent in Bangladesh?
SUPREMEiP® acts for local and foreign owners at the DPDT in Dhaka. Send us your brand and application details.
