Application success rate at Ukraine’s Ukrpatent
Trademark applications in Ukraine are managed by the Ukrainian National Office for Intellectual Property and Innovations (UANIPIO).
Over the last five years, Ukraine has achieved an average trademark registration success rate of 66.99%. While yearly results have varied, the overall trend indicates a strong and consistent system for trademark protection.
Ukraine’s average success rate of 66.99% positions it as a moderately strong player within the European trademark landscape, though it trails behind some of the continent’s leading offices. For example, the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) boasts a success rate above 90%, while countries like Italy (88.09%), France (88.85%), and United Kingdom (86.22%) maintain consistently high approval rates.
Ukraine outperforms countries like Turkiye (71.94%) and Russia (63.97%), Ukraine but still behind Central European leaders like Czech Republic (88.53%) and Hungary (76.05%). The fluctuation in Ukraine’s yearly success rates reflects ongoing developments in its IP system, influenced by political and economic factors, but its overall position indicates steady progress toward alignment with broader European standards.
Find out more about how this trademark office compares globally in our full report on trademark success rates worldwide.
Country | Office code | Success rate |
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Ukraine | Ukrpatent | 66.99% |
The United Kingdom | UKIPO | 86.22% |
Italy | UIBM | 88.09% |
Turkiye | TURKPATENT | 71.94% |
The European Union | EUIPO | 90.80% |
Explaining Ukraine’s trademark performance
Enhanced examination procedures: Ukrpatent has been working to improve transparency and efficiency in its examination process, leading to clearer criteria and more consistent decisions.
Fluctuating but strong filing volumes: Despite some fluctuations in application numbers due to economic and political factors, the office has maintained a robust processing capacity.
Growing compliance with international standards: Ongoing harmonization efforts have helped align Ukraine’s trademark practices with global norms, benefiting both domestic and foreign applicants.
How to maximize your chances of registration success in Ukraine
Given the relatively low average success rate of 66.99%, registering a trademark in Ukraine requires some preparation and understanding of the procedures. To improve your likelihood of approval, it’s recommended to begin with a comprehensive trademark search to identify any potential conflicts. Ensure that your mark is distinctive and not merely descriptive, and clearly define the goods and services associated with your application.
Partnering with a trademark attorney familiar with the legal landscape can significantly improve your chances. They can help anticipate objections, prepare your application thoroughly, and represent you throughout the process if issues arise.
If you are currently preparing to submit your first trademark application, we’ve put together a detailed guide on how to strengthen your chances of success, with multiple pieces of advice directly from our trademark lawyers with years of experience. You can also take advantage of Trama’s free lawyer’s check to receive expert feedback on your trademark and guidance on the best steps forward.