Chinese Trademark Certificate

Country/Region: China

Competent Authority: China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA)

Official Website of Competent Authority: [www.cnipa.gov.cn](https://www.cnipa.gov.cn)

Eligible Applicants: Chinese businesses; foreign businesses; individual applicants;

*Foreign applicants must file applications through a licensed Chinese agent.

Classification System: China adopts the Nice Classification, which covers 45 classes. Multi-class trademark applications are available.

Application Documents:

The following documents are normally required:

Trademark representation (JPG format acceptable);

Applicant’s name and address;

Classes of goods or services for trademark use;

Applicant’s identity proof;

For companies: Business License;

For individuals: ID Card + Individual Business License;

*English information must be accompanied by Chinese translations.

Trademark Registration Timeframe: Registration takes approximately 6–8 months.

Trademark Term of Validity: 10 years from the date of registration. Renewal is required every 10 years with unlimited renewals permitted.