Asia Pacific

Cambodia

Patent system, trademark registration, annuity management, and renewals in Cambodia.

Authority

DIPP

PCT

31 mo

Madrid

Member

DIPP Cambodia

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Before You Start

Before filing or quoting, you'll typically confirm these first

1
Whether to pursue the Paris route, PCT national phase, or start with trademark registration in Cambodia
2
Which of patent filing, trademark registration, annuity, or renewal is the most urgent priority
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Whether to verify the official portal, search system, and key deadlines before moving to a quote or engagement

The sections below cover each module — use the navigation to jump directly to what you need.

Patent System & Process

Patent System in Cambodia

Cambodia is an ASEAN member with rapid economic growth; key industries are textiles, tourism, and agriculture. IP managed by DIPP. 20-year patents; 10-year utility models; PCT national phase 31 months. Madrid Protocol member since 2015. Cambodia graduated from LDC status; TRIPS transition periods have ended.

Cambodian Patent System ▾

DIPP examination; 20-year patents; 10-year utility models (no examination). Khmer or English filing. As ASEAN member, Cambodia participates in ASEAN IP cooperation programs.

Source: DIPP Cambodia; WIPO — KH

Trademark System & Process

Trademark System in Cambodia

Cambodian trademarks examined by DIPP; 10-year term; renewable. Madrid designations of KH accepted since 2015.

Trademark Application ▾

Madrid designation of KH or direct DIPP national filing in Khmer or English. 10-year term; unlimited renewals.

Source: DIPP Cambodia; WIPO Madrid

Patent Annuity

Cambodia Patent Annuities

Annual annuities; grace period with surcharge.

Source: DIPP fee schedule

Annuity Reference → Managed Annuities

Trademark Renewal

Cambodia Trademark Renewals

10-year trademark; renew before expiry; grace period available.

Source: DIPP

Renewal Reference → Managed Renewals

FAQ

Common Questions — Cambodia IP

Is Cambodia a Madrid Protocol member? ▾

Yes, Cambodia joined the Madrid Protocol in 2015; Madrid designations of KH are accepted.

PCT deadline for Cambodia? ▾

31 months from priority.

Does Cambodia have utility model protection? ▾

Yes, 10-year utility model; no substantive examination.

What language is required for Cambodian IP applications? ▾

Khmer or English accepted.

Does Cambodia participate in ASEAN IP cooperation? ▾

Yes, as an ASEAN member, Cambodia participates in ASEAN IP cooperation programs and the TMview ASEAN trademark database.

Is a local agent required in Cambodia? ▾

Foreign applicants typically need a registered local agent to file with DIPP.

Is there a trademark use requirement in Cambodia? ▾

Yes, non-use within 3 years of registration may lead to revocation.

How is IP enforcement in Cambodia? ▾

IP enforcement in Cambodia is improving but still developing; early registration is especially important to prevent squatting.

Official Reference Sources

Sources for This Page

Cambodia Ministry of Commerce www.moc.gov.kh WIPO — Cambodia www.wipo.int/members/en/details.jsp?country_id=28 WIPO Madrid — KH www.wipo.int/madrid/en/members/

Content based on official sources above, last reviewed: 2026-04. In case of discrepancy with the latest official publications, official sources prevail.

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