Trademark registration rules, filing steps, and fees vary by country. Review the service details and process below before you file.
$499+Gov Fees
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1 Office Action Response Included
Application Follow-Up Support
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Filed by a licensed attorney from the internal KOKOIP team
Normally filed in 3–5 business days after complete materials
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1 Office Action Response Included
$300–$500 Receiving an Office Action or examiner objection is common in many markets; however, we provide one response free of charge
Application Follow-Up Support
$100–$300 Other agents often charge separately for post-filing follow-up, whereas we include practical guidance during the application process
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Word Mark or Logo — What Should You Register?
The choice affects the scope of protection. Picking the wrong one can create problems down the line
KOKOIP
Word Mark
protects your brand name in any font, color, or design. Your protection stays intact even if your logo evolves over time
KOKOIP
Design Mark
protects your specific logo. Narrower coverage, but valuable once your visual identity is finalized
Our Recommendation Start with a word mark — it gives you the broadest protection. Add a logo mark once your visual identity is locked in. Both can be filed together for full coverage.
For Amazon Sellers, Trademarks play a vital role
a trademark isn't just about stopping copycats. It's the key that unlocks Amazon Brand Registry — and Brand Registry is what separates a basic seller account from a fully-powered brand presence on the platform.
Once enrolled, here's what you actually get access to:
A+ Content — go beyond the standard listing with richer visuals and layouts that convert better
Brand Storefront — your own dedicated space on Amazon, no ads required to drive traffic there
Sponsored Brands & Video Ads — high-visibility ad placements your competitors without trademarks simply can't access
Brand Analytics — real data on what customers search for, and what they compare you against before buying
Vine & Transparency — fast-track your first reviews and stop counterfeits before they reach customers
Good news
You don't need to wait for the final registration in every situation. A pending application number can often support Brand Registry review — and you can have that within days of filing.
FAQ
Yes, especially if you sell into Korea, work with Korean distributors, or want protection on Korean online channels. Even if Amazon is not your only sales channel, a Korean trademark can support brand control in a highly brand-conscious market. For Amazon Brand Registry, always check the current country-specific list in the Brand Registry system. For wider brand protection, a KIPO filing can still be valuable if Korea is part of your sales or sourcing plan.
If your products and packaging use the English brand, the English word mark should usually be protected first. If Korean customers will see or search for a Korean transliteration or Korean-language brand name, that version may need a separate filing. A Korean version can become important for ads, local distributors, customer support, and Korean marketplaces. Do not assume the English mark automatically protects every local-language version.
No. Korea allows trademark applications based on an intention to use the mark. This helps sellers file before launch, before distributor discussions, or before packaging is finalized. However, after registration, a mark that is not used for three consecutive years may be vulnerable to cancellation. Filing early is smart, but it should be connected to a real commercial plan.
Choose classes based on the products you actually sell or plan to sell soon. Korea follows the Nice Classification, but the goods descriptions still need to be acceptable to KIPO. For sellers with multiple product lines, class planning is important. A skincare brand, an electronics accessory brand, and a pet product brand may need different protection even if they all sell through the same Amazon account.
Yes. A Korean trademark can help prevent third parties from registering or using a confusingly similar mark in Korea. It can also give you a stronger position if a distributor, sourcing partner, or competitor tries to control the brand locally. This is especially relevant if the product has Korean-language packaging, is promoted by local influencers, or is listed on Korean e-commerce channels outside Amazon.
Keep photos of the product, packaging, labels, manuals, hang tags, sales pages, invoices, distributor records, and ads showing the brand in Korea or targeting Korean customers. Even though you do not need proof of use to file, evidence becomes important for enforcement, non-use cancellation defense, and platform complaints. Save it while the product is actively sold, not after a dispute starts.
A straightforward Korean application can proceed efficiently, but timing depends on examination, possible office actions, publication, opposition, and registration fee payment. A search before filing is highly recommended. English marks, Korean transliterations, and similar-sounding names can create risk, so clearance should look beyond the exact spelling.
No. Trademark rights are territorial. A South Korea registration protects your brand in South Korea only. If your products are made in China, sold in Japan, and promoted in Korea, each of those markets may require its own trademark strategy. One Asian registration does not cover the whole region.
Yes. Foreign individuals and companies can own Korean trademarks, but they commonly appoint a local representative to handle filing and prosecution before KIPO. Make sure the applicant is the real brand owner. For Amazon sellers, the trademark owner, brand account, and business records should be organized from the beginning to avoid Brand Registry or transfer issues later.
Yes. A Korean trademark generally lasts 10 years from registration and can be renewed every 10 years. Renewal deadlines should be tracked early. Korea also has a non-use cancellation risk after three consecutive years of non-use. Keep real commercial records showing use of the mark for the registered goods or services.