Trademark Registration in Syria for Foreign Rights Holders
Trademark protection should begin before a brand is launched or entrusted to a distributor, licensee or commercial partner in Syria.
Last reviewed: 9 September 2026
Confirm the owner and the mark
The applicant name should match the legal owner and corporate records. Confirm the exact word, device or combined mark, any colour claim and the goods or services for which protection is commercially needed.
Search before filing
A clearance review can identify earlier marks and help refine the filing strategy. Search results are risk information, not an absolute guarantee, and should be considered alongside trade names, market use and the intended Arabic or Latin presentation.
Prepare classification and authority documents
Goods and services should reflect actual and planned use without relying blindly on another jurisdiction’s wording. Foreign applicants should prepare current corporate information and a suitable power of attorney, with legalisation and translation requirements confirmed before filing.
Manage the right after filing
Portfolio management includes monitoring deadlines, recording changes in owner or address, documenting authorised use, renewing protection and preserving evidence for opposition or enforcement. Licensing and distribution contracts should identify who controls the mark and infringement response.
FAQ
Does a company need a search before filing?
A search is strongly advisable because it can reveal conflicts and reduce avoidable filing and launch risk.
Can a foreign registration replace a Syrian filing?
Protection is territorial. The appropriate Syrian filing or applicable international route should be assessed for the portfolio.
Official references
This guide provides general information only. The applicable route depends on the facts, current law and a formal engagement.