Registering a trademark in Vietnam is a crucial step for businesses to establish legal ownership of their brand and prevent competitors from registering identical or similar marks under the first-to-file principle. Once a trademark is granted protection, the owner enjoys exclusive rights to use the mark and a solid legal basis to enforce intellectual property rights against infringers.So, what is the trademark registration process in Vietnam? How long does it take? What documents are required?In this article, A.D.V.N Law Firm provides a clear, practical, and legally accurate guide to trademark registration in Vietnam under the latest regulations in 2026.

Effective from April 1, 2026, Vietnam has introduced significant changes to its trademark registration procedures. These reforms aim to accelerate processing timelines and simplify administrative steps, while simultaneously imposing stricter deadlines and higher compliance standards on applicants.For businesses, this means one thing:Faster registration is possible—but errors are far less forgivable.In this article, A.D.V.N Law Firm outlines the key legal updates and provides practical guidance to help you secure trademark protection efficiently and strategically in Vietnam.

Under Vietnam’s first-to-file system, it is increasingly common for third parties to file trademark applications that are identical or confusingly similar to existing brands.In this context, trademark opposition has become a critical legal mechanism that allows businesses to protect their rights at an early stage—before a trademark is granted protection.In this article, A.D.V.N Law Firm provides a clear and practical overview of:The statutory opposition timelineThe distinction between opposition and third-party observationsThe procedures and practical considerations for filing an opposition in Vietnam