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Norwegian Trademarks Act and Regulations
- Norwegian Trademarks Act (unofficial translation)
- Norwegian Trademark Regulations (unofficial translation)
- European Trademark Directive and Regulations Link to EUIPO
- Madrid Protocol Concerning the International Registration of Marks Link to WIPO
- Guidelines on file formats Link to NIPO's requirements for file formats for trademarks (PDF)
Harmonisation of practice
The harmonisation is limited to the assessment of figurative marks where the textual element is considered directly descriptive or lacks distinctiveness. When can such marks, as a whole, be regarded as distinctive due to their figurative elements?
NIPO’s practice on the assessment of distinctiveness for combined marks (PDF, in English)
The harmonisation concerns the assessment of the scope of protection for black-and-white marks. When can a black-and-white mark be considered identical to the same mark in colour? What are the implications for priority claims, relative grounds for refusal, and genuine use?
NIPO’s practice on the assessment of scope of protection for black-and-white marks (PDF, in English)
The harmonisation is limited to the assessment of trademarks that share similar elements with very weak or no distinctiveness. When can such marks be considered likely to be confused?
NIPO’s practice on the assessment of likelihood of confusion (PDF, in English)
The harmonisation is limited to the assessment of trademarks used in a form that differs from the one registered. When can additions, omissions, and alterations be considered to affect the distinctive character of the mark?
NIPO’s practice on the assessment of genuine use (PDF, in English)
The harmonisation is limited to the assessment of three-dimensional marks where the shape or packaging of the goods lacks distinctiveness. When can such marks, as a whole, be considered distinctive due to the contribution of additional elements?
NIPO’s practice on the assessment of distinctiveness for three-dimensional marks (PDF, in English)
The harmonisation is limited to the assessment of formal requirements and grounds for refusal for sound marks, motion marks, multimedia marks, and holograms. When can such marks be registered?
NIPO’s practice on the assessment of non-traditional trademarks (PDF, in English)
The aim of the project is to reach a common understanding and establish assessment criteria regarding trademarks filed in bad faith.
The aim of the project is to reach a common understanding and establish assessment criteria regarding trademarks that are contrary to public order and morality.
National, European and international application routes
PDF forms applicable for trademarks
You can fill in the forms digitally. To save the changes you have made, print the form and select "Save as PDF" from the list of printers. It is not possible to edit the form afterwards with regular Adobe Reader.
Appeal options
- Protest
- Administrative transfer
- Opposition
- Administrative review
Renewal certificate
Renewal certificates are sent out on the 2nd and 15th of each month, no earlier than 10 business days after the renewal fee has been paid, and are made available in our register.
Fees and payment
Payment of invoices
Bank: DNB Bank ASA
Address: NO-0021 Oslo, Norway
Account number for paying invoices
Account number: 8276.03.00078
BIC/SWIFT: DNBANOKKXXX
IBAN: NO4682760300078
Order documents from NIPO
• WIPO DAS code
• Priority document in paper version
• Priority document in electronic version
• Certified copies for registered trademarks
Read news and articles about trademarks
The music is protected – but is the band name?
Published on 16. may 2025
New Nordic innovation prize: Nordic Innovation Award
Published on 17. january 2025
What is the difference between a domain name, a company name and a trademark?
Published on 13. january 2025
Links to international organisations
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