Frequently Asked Questions

The filing fee is $250 USD per class. This includes all INAPI official fees and full attorney fees. A success fee of $200 USD per class is due only when your trademark is officially granted. A 5% international transfer fee applies to all payments. We accept PayPal.

No. The success fee of $200 USD is charged only when INAPI officially grants your trademark. If your application is rejected and we cannot resolve it, you do not pay the second phase.

No. The filing fee of $250 USD per class covers everything: INAPI official fees, attorney fees, prior art search, and power of attorney preparation. The only additional charge is the 5% international transfer fee.

Typically 5 to 8 months from filing to grant, depending on INAPI workload and whether any office actions or oppositions arise.

An office action is a formal communication from INAPI requesting clarification or raising an objection to your application. We handle all office actions included in your filing fee — no extra charge.

The Nice Classification is an international system that organizes goods and services into 45 classes. You must register your trademark in the specific class that covers your products or services. We can advise you on which classes you need.

Yes. Each class is a separate application with its own filing fee of $250 USD. Many clients register in 2 to 3 classes to fully protect their brand.

No. The entire process is 100% online. We handle everything remotely from filing to certificate delivery.

No. You sign a simple digital power of attorney electronically. No notary, no apostille, no embassy visit required.

You need your trademark name and/or logo file, the Nice Classification class you are registering in, your company name and country, and a contact email. That is all.

Yes. Foreign individuals and companies can register trademarks in Chile directly through a local attorney. We act as your legal representative before INAPI.

Filing directly with INAPI is faster and more cost-effective when Chile is your specific target. The Madrid Protocol is useful when you need protection in multiple countries simultaneously, but it adds administrative layers and costs that are unnecessary for Chile-only coverage.

Yes. Chile has one of the most stable and transparent intellectual property systems in Latin America. It is a member of the Paris Convention, the TRIPS Agreement, and the Madrid Protocol. A registered trademark in Chile gives you exclusive rights for 10 years, renewable indefinitely.

Yes. Trademark rights are territorial. Your US or European registration does not protect you in Chile. You must file a separate application with INAPI to have enforceable rights in Chile.