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FAQ for Trademark Registration

From questions to protection, your complete guide to trademarks in Hong Kong.

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Does registering a company name in Hong Kong automatically give me trademark rights?

No. Registering a company name does not grant any intellectual property or trademark rights. To protect your brand name, you must file a separate trademark application.

How do I classify my goods and services for trademark registration?

Under the Hong Kong Trade Marks Ordinance, goods and services are divided into 45 international classes. You can review the full list of classifications on the IPD website.

Can I register my trademark under more than one class?

Yes. You may apply for multiple classes if your goods and services fall into different categories.

In what language will my trademark certificate be issued?

The certificate will be issued in the language used in your application. If you apply in English, the certificate will be in English, if you apply in Chinese, it will be in Chinese.

Does a Hong Kong trademark registration give me rights in Mainland China?

No. Hong Kong and Mainland China operate under the principle of “One Country, Two Systems.” Trademark rights are territorial. Registration in Hong Kong does not extend to Mainland China. China follows a first‑to‑file system, meaning the first applicant secures the rights, regardless of prior use.

Does a Mainland China trademark registration give me rights in Hong Kong?

No. Trademark rights in Mainland China do not apply in Hong Kong. Separate applications must be filed in each jurisdiction.

How long does trademark registration take in Hong Kong?

If there are no objections or complications, the Trademark Registrar typically takes at least 6 months to process and approve a single application.

Can I claim convention priority in Hong Kong?

Yes. You may claim priority within the first 6 months of filing your application, provided you declare it at the time of submission.

What does “priority” mean? Priority is a right under the Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property. It allows you to use the filing date of your first trademark application (in a member country) as the effective filing date in Hong Kong, as long as you apply in Hong Kong within 6 months. It protects you against competitors who might try to register a similar mark in Hong Kong after you filed abroad.

Can I oppose an earlier filed competing application?

You can oppose to an application if you have a priority claim and the competing mark is within the opposition period. In general, it is three months after publication.

Will the Registrar review my convention priority documents?

In most cases, you do not need to submit convention documents upfront. The Registrar will only request supporting documents if a potential issue arises during examination.