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International Trademark Filing – Madrid Protocol – IPR Online
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International Trademark Filing – Madrid Protocol

Protect Your Brand Across Multiple Countries – Platform-Managed, Fixed Fee.

One Application. Multiple Countries. One Partner Managing the Entire Process. The Madrid Protocol lets Indian businesses file internationally through a single WIPO application designating up to 130+ member countries – with our platform managing strategy, filing, prosecution tracking and refusal responses from India.

Strategic country selection and filing roadmap · Madrid / national route preparation · WIPO submission coordination · Provisional refusal tracking and response · Single-window updates via dedicated coordinator · Complete case management until registration abroad

Platform Management Fee
₹24,900
Professional fee + GST @ 18% included
Strategy, filing, coordination and monitoring
WIPO / Govt. / Country Fees
Quoted Separately
Based on your selected countries, classes and mark type – quoted and approved by you before filing
28+ Years Experience 6,50,000+ IP Assignments Managed 4.9/5 · 3,000+ Google Reviews SSL Secured Platform
Filing Routes Explained

Madrid Protocol vs. National Route – Which Applies to Your Expansion

Both routes are available and our platform manages either. The right choice depends on which countries you need and whether they are Madrid Protocol members. Your coordinator advises on the most cost-effective route for your specific country list.

Madrid Protocol – WIPO Route
One WIPO Application – Multiple Countries Designated
File a single international application through WIPO, designating any number of member countries simultaneously. Administered centrally through WIPO Geneva, with our platform managing the complete India-side process and coordinating prosecution in each designated country.
  • 130+ member countries accessible via a single application
  • Cost-effective for 3+ countries compared to filing separately in each
  • Centralised management – one coordinator handles all country updates
  • Provisional refusals tracked and coordinated country by country
  • Requires an existing Indian trademark application or registration as base
  • Best for export-oriented MSMEs, e-commerce brands and global startups
National Route – Direct Country Filing
Direct Filing in Non-Madrid Countries or Specific Jurisdictions
For countries not party to the Madrid Protocol, or where direct national filing is strategically preferable, our platform coordinates filing through foreign associates in each target country – with centralized case management from India.
  • Covers countries outside the Madrid Protocol system
  • Used when local practice makes national filing more effective
  • Platform coordinates with foreign associates in each country
  • Centralized tracking and update reporting from our platform
  • Fee estimate provided per country before filing begins
  • Can be combined with Madrid filings for a comprehensive global strategy
Complete International Filing Plan

One Platform Fee. Complete Case Management. From Strategy to Registration Abroad.

The ₹24,900 platform management fee covers everything our team does – strategy, filing preparation, WIPO coordination, prosecution tracking, refusal response management and single-window updates until registration. WIPO and country fees are separately quoted and approved by you before any filing.

Complete Plan – International Filing Management
International Trademark Filing – Madrid Protocol Complete Plan
For brands expanding internationally – coordinated Madrid Protocol or national route filing, prosecution tracking, provisional refusal management, and case management until registration in each designated country.
₹24,900
Platform Management Fee + GST @ 18% included WIPO / Govt. / Country fees quoted separately Quoted per country list before filing – approved by you
What's covered in the ₹24,900 platform management fee:
  • Strategic country selection and filing roadmap
  • Detailed fee estimate per country – prior to filing
  • Pre-filing cost approval from you before any submission
  • Madrid or national route filing preparation and verification
  • Coordination with WIPO and foreign associates
  • Centralised case management across all designated countries
  • Provisional refusal tracking and response coordination
  • Office action monitoring in each designated country
  • Single-window status updates via dedicated coordinator
  • Guidance on national phase strategies and local practice
Transparent cost approach – no surprises. Before any international filing is submitted, your coordinator prepares a country-by-country fee estimate covering WIPO basic fees, designation fees, and any local associate fees. You review and approve the complete cost picture before a single filing is made on your behalf.
⚠️ Fee transparency note: The ₹24,900 is the platform management fee only. WIPO basic fees, country designation fees, local associate fees and official government fees in each designated country are separate costs, quoted specifically for your country list and mark details before filing. No country fees are paid without your prior approval.
Complete Package Coverage

Everything Covered in the Platform Management Fee – Strategy to Registration Abroad

Every platform-managed step from country strategy to international registration confirmation is covered in the ₹24,900 fee. All statutory fees are quoted separately and approved before filing.

Service ComponentCovered in ₹24,900WIPO / Country Fee
Strategic country selection and filing roadmap✓ Platform fee–
Detailed country-by-country fee estimate before filing✓ Platform fee–
Pre-filing cost approval process✓ Platform fee–
Filing preparation and verification (Madrid or national)✓ Platform fee–
WIPO basic filing fee⚠ Quoted separatelyPaid by you after approval
Country designation fees per member country⚠ Quoted separatelyPaid by you after approval
Local associate fees in each designated country⚠ Quoted separatelyPaid by you after approval
Coordination with WIPO and foreign associates✓ Platform fee–
Centralised case management across all countries✓ Platform fee–
Provisional refusal tracking and response coordination✓ Platform fee–
Office action monitoring in each designated country✓ Platform fee–
Single-window status updates and dedicated coordinator✓ Platform fee–
Registration confirmation per country✓ Platform fee–
₹24,900 covers complete platform management from strategy to registration confirmation in each designated country. All WIPO and country fees are quoted transparently and paid only after your approval – no submission is made without your sign-off on the complete cost picture.
⚠️ WIPO and country fees: These are statutory fees set by WIPO and each designated country's IP office – they vary by country, number of classes and mark type, and are outside our platform's control. Your coordinator provides a detailed, itemised fee estimate before any filing is initiated. You only pay these fees after reviewing and approving the estimate.
How It Works

3 Steps to International Trademark Protection

From strategy and country selection to registration confirmation – managed end to end by our platform team, coordinated with WIPO and foreign associates. Complete transparency at every stage.

1
Strategy, Country Selection & Fee Approval
Day 1–7

Purchase the platform management package and complete payment. Your dedicated coordinator contacts you immediately. You share your mark details, Indian trademark application/registration number, target markets and expansion priorities. A filing strategy is prepared – recommending the optimal country list, filing route (Madrid vs. national), and explaining the pros and cons of each designation. A complete, itemised fee estimate covering WIPO and all country fees is presented for your review and approval before any filing proceeds.

2
Filing Preparation, Submission & Prosecution Tracking
Day 8–21, then ongoing

On your approval of the fee estimate, filing is prepared – complete international application, supporting documents and designation details verified. Submission made to WIPO / IP India and relevant authorities. Filing acknowledgements received and shared with you. Prosecution tracking begins immediately – all designated countries monitored for office actions, provisional refusals and examination outcomes. Any provisional refusal received from a designated country is flagged and response coordination begins promptly.

3
Prosecution Management & Registration Confirmation
Ongoing – Country by Country

Registration timelines vary by country – typically 12–18 months per designation. Your coordinator provides single-window updates across all countries throughout. Provisional refusals and office actions in each country are tracked and coordinated with foreign associates for appropriate responses. As each country grants registration, confirmation is delivered to you. Final status report with all registration details delivered once all designated countries have been processed to outcome.

Who Needs This Service

Which Indian Businesses Should File Internationally Now

If your brand is already operating or planning to operate outside India, your Indian trademark registration does not protect you abroad. International filing secures your brand before a local copycat or parallel importer gets there first.

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Export-Oriented MSMEs
If your products are exported to or sold in foreign markets – through distributors, agents, or direct sales – your brand in those countries is unprotected until you file internationally. A local party can register your brand name in that country and block your exports.
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E-commerce Brands Selling Globally
Brands selling on Amazon, Flipkart International, Etsy or any global marketplace are exposed to brand hijacking in every country where they transact. International trademark registration is increasingly required for brand registry access on major marketplaces.
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Startups Preparing for Global Expansion
Startups planning international growth or seeking foreign investment often need international trademark filings as part of investor or distributor due diligence. Filing early secures priority before the brand becomes publicly visible in target markets.
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Brands Entering Franchise or Licensing Agreements
Franchisors and IP licensors need trademark registrations in the countries where their licensees will operate. International filing ensures your brand is legally protected in each licensee's territory before the agreement is executed.
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Manufacturers Supplying to Global Brands
Indian manufacturers who supply to international brands and operate under their own private label in foreign markets need international trademark protection for their private label identity – separate from the brands they manufacture for.
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Companies Preparing for M&A or IPO
International trademark portfolios significantly strengthen an IP due diligence report in M&A or IPO transactions. Investors and acquirers look for global IP protection as a marker of brand maturity and strategic planning.
Why Choose Us

Why Indian MSMEs Choose ipronline.com for International Filing

Strategy. Transparency. Single-window management. From India to global protection – one platform, one coordinator, complete visibility.

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Strategy Before Filing
Before any application is prepared, your coordinator develops a country strategy – recommending which markets to prioritise, which route (Madrid or national) suits each country, and the total cost picture for your specific expansion plan.
02
Full Cost Transparency
A detailed, itemised fee estimate for every country – WIPO fees, designation fees, local associate fees – is prepared and approved by you before any filing. No country fees are paid without your explicit sign-off.
03
Single-Window Management
One coordinator. One platform. Updates across all designated countries through a single point of contact – no managing multiple foreign agents, no translating foreign correspondence, no missed deadlines.
04
Provisional Refusal Management
When a designated country raises a provisional refusal, our platform tracks it and coordinates the response with foreign associates – ensuring deadlines are met and your designation has the best chance of being maintained.
05
Both Routes Managed
Madrid Protocol filings and direct national filings managed from the same platform – so your complete international portfolio, regardless of route, is tracked and coordinated centrally by our team.
06
India-Based Coordination
The entire process is managed from India in your timezone, in your language. No need to engage separately with foreign associates or navigate unfamiliar foreign IP office procedures – our platform handles all foreign coordination on your behalf.
07
Guidance on Local Practice
Each designated country has its own examination practice and local requirements. Your coordinator provides guidance on national phase differences, local use requirements and renewal timelines for each country in your portfolio.
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28+ Years of IP Expertise
Since 1997, our platform team has managed 6,50,000+ IP assignments. International trademark filing coordination is delivered with the same process discipline that has made ipronline.com India's most trusted IP platform for MSMEs.
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Real feedback from clients who trusted ipronline.com to manage their trademark process.

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The system provides clear, step-by-step guidance throughout the application process. Their services are highly recommended.
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The professionalism, transparency and timely updates exceeded our expectations. We received prompt status of our application through the portal. Recommendable services.
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about International Trademark Filing on ipronline.com.

What is the Madrid Protocol and how does it work?
The Madrid Protocol is an international treaty administered by WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization) that allows trademark owners to seek protection in multiple member countries through a single international application. India is a member of the Madrid Protocol. An Indian trademark applicant or registrant can file a single WIPO application designating any number of Madrid member countries – currently 130+ countries including the USA, UK, EU, China, UAE, Australia, Japan and Canada. WIPO processes the application and forwards it to each designated country, which then conducts its own examination. Each country may grant or provisionally refuse the designation based on its domestic trademark law.
Do I need an Indian trademark registration before filing internationally?
Yes – a Madrid Protocol international filing requires an existing Indian trademark application or registration as its base ("home" mark). The international application must be based on your Indian trademark. If you have a pending Indian application, you can file internationally – but the international filing will be "dependent" on the Indian base mark for the first five years (if your Indian application is refused or cancelled in that period, the international registration may be affected). Our coordinator confirms your eligibility and the correct approach for your situation before filing.
What does the ₹24,900 fee cover and what is quoted separately?
The ₹24,900 platform management fee covers everything our team does: strategic country selection, filing preparation and verification, WIPO submission coordination, foreign associate coordination, centralised case management, provisional refusal tracking and response coordination, and single-window status updates until registration in each country. WIPO basic fees, country designation fees, and local associate fees in each designated country are quoted separately – based on your specific country list, number of classes and mark type. These are presented to you in a detailed, itemised estimate before any filing is initiated, and paid only after your explicit approval.
What is a provisional refusal and how is it handled?
A provisional refusal is an objection raised by a designated country's trademark office during examination of your international application – indicating that the mark may not be registrable under that country's domestic law. Provisional refusals are tracked and managed by our platform team in coordination with foreign associates in the relevant country. Your coordinator alerts you immediately upon receiving a provisional refusal, explains the grounds, and coordinates the appropriate response through local associates. Response to provisional refusals may involve additional local associate fees, which are communicated and approved before any response is filed.
Which countries can I designate through the Madrid Protocol?
The Madrid Protocol currently has 130+ member countries, including: USA, UK, European Union (all EU member states as a single designation), China, Japan, Australia, UAE, Canada, South Korea, Singapore, Germany, France, Russia, Brazil, Mexico and many more. For countries not in the Madrid Protocol system, our platform manages direct national filings through foreign associates. Your coordinator advises on the most comprehensive and cost-effective combination for your specific expansion markets.
How long does international trademark registration take?
WIPO typically processes the international application and forwards it to designated countries within 1–3 months. Each designated country then has its own examination timeline – generally 12–18 months from the date of WIPO's notification to either grant the designation or issue a provisional refusal. Countries have their own examination practices and timelines. Your coordinator tracks each country's status and provides regular updates – you always know exactly where your application stands in each jurisdiction.
Can I add more countries after the initial filing?
Yes. The Madrid Protocol allows you to designate additional member countries after the initial international registration has been granted – this is called a "subsequent designation." Our platform manages subsequent designations as an additional filing service. Contact our coordinator to discuss adding countries to your existing international registration.
Does ipronline.com provide legal services?
No. ipronline.com is a technology platform providing process management, documentation and workflow tools in accordance with Indian IP procedures. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice or legal services. When legal representation is needed, you authorise independent IP Attorneys at your discretion.
Is my payment secure?
Yes. We use industry-standard SSL encryption and a secure payment gateway. All transactions are 100% secure and PCI-DSS compliant. Your personal and payment data is protected at every step.
Your Indian Brand Needs International Protection Before a Copycat Gets There First
The Risk
A local party in your export market can register your brand name before you do – blocking your products and licensing rights in that country
Priority Matters
First to file wins trademark rights in most countries – the earlier you file, the stronger your global position
Platform Fee
₹24,900 – strategy, filing, coordination, prosecution tracking, single-window management until registration
Country Fees
Quoted separately per your country list – itemised estimate reviewed and approved by you before any filing
What You Need
An Indian trademark application or registration as the base – our team confirms eligibility before filing begins
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Ready to file internationally?Order now – your coordinator contacts you immediately to begin country strategy and fee estimation.
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Not sure which countries to file in or what the total cost will be?WhatsApp our team at +91 98192 98195 – we advise on country selection and provide a cost estimate before purchase.
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Don't have an Indian trademark registration yet?Your Indian application or registration is a prerequisite – our platform manages Indian trademark registration as a separate service before international filing.

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Country strategy · Filing preparation · WIPO submission · Provisional refusal management · Single-window updates · Complete management until registration. Platform management fee: ₹24,900 + WIPO and country fees (quoted separately).

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