{"id":233,"date":"2026-09-14T18:47:16","date_gmt":"2026-09-14T13:47:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jzarrfilers.com\/blog\/?p=233"},"modified":"2026-09-14T18:48:06","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T13:48:06","slug":"documents-required-for-trademark-registration-pakistan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jzarrfilers.com\/blog\/documents-required-for-trademark-registration-pakistan\/","title":{"rendered":"Documents Required for Trademark Registration in Pakistan (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the most common reasons trademark applications get delayed or rejected in Pakistan is incomplete or incorrect documentation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This guide lists every document you need for trademark registration with IPO-Pakistan<\/strong>, explains the TM-1 form<\/strong> in detail, and covers variations for individuals, companies, and foreign applicants so you file right the first time.<\/p>\n

Quick answer: <\/strong>At minimum, you need:
\n(1) a completed Form TM-1,
\n(2) your CNIC or passport,
\n(3) six clear representations of your trademark on durable paper,
\n(4) a list of goods\/services with the correct NICE class,
\n(5) a pay order\/bank draft of Rs 3,000 per class, and
\n(6) a Power of Attorney (Form TM-48) if filing through an agent or attorney.<\/p>\n

Complete Document Checklist<\/h2>\n

This table covers all documents required for trademark registration<\/strong> under the Trade Marks Ordinance 2001 and Trade Marks Rules 2004:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Document<\/strong><\/td>\nDetails<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Form TM-1 (Application)<\/strong><\/td>\nFiled in duplicate. One mark, one class per form.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Trademark representations<\/strong><\/td>\n6 additional copies on durable paper (13\u201d \u00d7 8\u201d). Plus 1 affixed on the TM-1 form itself.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Applicant\u2019s CNIC<\/strong><\/td>\nFor Pakistani individuals. Both sides, clear copy.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Passport (foreign applicants)<\/strong><\/td>\nInstead of CNIC. Notarised copy recommended.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Business registration document<\/strong><\/td>\nCertificate of Incorporation (company), Partnership Deed (firm), or Sole Proprietorship registration.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
NTN certificate<\/strong><\/td>\nNational Tax Number certificate of the applicant or business.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
List of goods\/services<\/strong><\/td>\nSpecific goods or services the mark will cover, with the correct NICE class number.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Power of Attorney (TM-48)<\/strong><\/td>\nRequired if filing through an agent or attorney. Duly stamped and notarised.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
User affidavit (if claiming prior use)<\/strong><\/td>\nSworn affidavit confirming the date of first use and continuous use of the mark.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Translation affidavit<\/strong><\/td>\nRequired if the mark contains text in a language other than English or Urdu.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pay order \/ bank draft<\/strong><\/td>\nRs 3,000 per class, in the name of Director General, IPO-Pakistan.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Form TM-1: The Application Form Explained<\/h3>\n

The TM-1 form<\/strong> is the official application form for registering a trademark for goods, services, or a domain name in Pakistan. It is filed with the Trade Marks Registry (headquartered in Karachi, with offices in Islamabad and Lahore) or online through the IPO-Pakistan eServices portal.<\/p>\n

What TM-1 Requires You to Fill In<\/h4>\n