Qatar Trademark Office Update
The Qatar Trademark Office has announced that as of September 15, 2025, all trademark applications must comply with the eleventh edition of the Nice Classification when identifying goods and services. This directive was issued under the GCC Law No. 7 of 2014 on Trademark Protection.
The use of category titles or blanket claims covering all goods and services within the class will not be accepted. The requirement applies to both new filings and applications currently under examination.
The use of category titles or blanket claims covering all goods and services within the class will not be accepted. The requirement applies to both new filings and applications currently under examination.
