Guide
Protect your brand name and logo in Kosovo
A practical plan for local and international brands: what to file first, how to cover your logo and slogan, and how to stop copies at the border.
Start with the word mark
A word mark protects the name in any font or colour and is usually the strongest first filing.
Add the logo as a figurative mark
File the logo separately once the design is final. A significant redesign requires a new filing.
Slogans can be registered too
Distinctive slogans used in advertising can be protected as word marks.
Pick classes for today and tomorrow
Protection covers only the listed goods and services. E-commerce brands usually add class 35.
Record your mark with Kosovo Customs
After registration, a customs application lets officers detain suspected counterfeits at the border.
Watch and renew
Monitor the official bulletin for similar marks, oppose in time, and renew every 10 years.
Frequently asked questions
Should I register the name or the logo first?
Usually the name (word mark), then the logo.
Does one filing cover name and logo?
A combined mark covers them together, but separate filings give broader protection.
How much does it cost?
€250 official fee for one class plus €40 per additional class.
Is protection valid outside Kosovo?
No, trademarks are territorial — Albania and the EU need separate filings.
This guide is informational and does not replace legal advice for your case.