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Uzbekistan

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

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31 mo

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Whether to pursue the Paris route, PCT national phase, or start with trademark registration in Uzbekistan
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Patent System & Process

Patent System in Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan is Central Asia's most populous country; textiles, natural gas, and mining are key industries. IP is administered by IPIDA. Uzbekistan is a **Eurasian Patent Organization (EAPO)** member — a single Eurasian patent covers 9 states. PCT (31 months) and Madrid trademark system (2006) also available.

Eurasian Patent Organization (EAPO) ▾

Uzbekistan is an EAPO member; a single Eurasian patent application covers 9 member states including Kazakhstan and Russia — the most efficient route for Central Asian protection.

Source: EAPO (www.eapo.org)

National Patent Application ▾

Direct national filing with IPIDA in Uzbek or Russian; 20-year invention patents; 5-year utility models (extendable to 10 years).

Source: IPIDA

Trademark System & Process

Trademark System in Uzbekistan

Uzbek trademarks examined by IPIDA; 10-year term; renewable. Madrid designations of UZ accepted since 2006.

Trademark Application ▾

Madrid designation of UZ or direct IPIDA national filing in Uzbek or Russian. 10-year term; unlimited renewals.

Source: IPIDA; WIPO Madrid

Patent Annuity

Uzbekistan Patent Annuities

Annual annuities required; grace period with surcharge. Eurasian patent annuities paid to EAPO.

Source: IPIDA; EAPO fee schedule

Annuity Reference → Managed Annuities

Trademark Renewal

Uzbekistan Trademark Renewals

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

Source: IPIDA

Renewal Reference → Managed Renewals

FAQ

Common Questions — Uzbekistan IP

Is Uzbekistan an EAPO member? ▾

Yes, a Eurasian patent application covers Uzbekistan along with 8 other former Soviet states.

PCT deadline for Uzbekistan? ▾

31 months from priority.

Does Uzbekistan accept Madrid trademark designations? ▾

Yes, since 2006.

What language is required? ▾

Uzbek or Russian.

Does Uzbekistan have utility model protection? ▾

Yes, 5-year term extendable to 10 years.

Which industries are most important for IP in Uzbekistan? ▾

Textiles, natural gas, food processing, agricultural technology, and consumer goods.

Is there a trademark use requirement in Uzbekistan? ▾

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

Is Uzbekistan a WTO member? ▾

Not yet a full WTO member; accession negotiations are ongoing.

Official Reference Sources

Sources for This Page

IPIDA Official Website ipida.uz EAPO Official Website www.eapo.org WIPO — Uzbekistan www.wipo.int/members/en/details.jsp?country_id=174

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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