How IP protection works
Industrial property rights — patent, industrial design, trademark, designation of origin, and geographical indication — are obtained from the State Office of Industrial Property (IPPO, ДЗИС). Copyright is acquired without formal registration, the moment the work is created and fixed in a tangible form.
All four core areas have their own procedures, fees, and timelines. This guide explains every step: what is registered, what documents are required, how much it costs, how long it takes, and which mistakes to avoid.
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Why this guide
- Grounded in statute. Every page cites the relevant article of the Law on Industrial Property or the Law on Copyright and Related Rights.
- Bilingual. All content exists in Macedonian and English — useful for domestic and foreign applicants.
- No agenda. This is a public resource. If you need a professional, write through the contact form below and we will refer you to the right expert.
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