Secure Your Assets in Central Asia’s Strategic Business Hub
As Kazakhstan solidifies its role as the primary gateway between European and Asian markets, protecting your intellectual property is no longer optional—it is a prerequisite for market entry.
At Esplora Legal, we bridge the gap between international corporate standards and the specific procedural landscape of the National Institute of Intellectual Property (NIIP). From our office in Astana, we provide end-to-end trademark solutions for global brands, tech startups, and cross-border investors.
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Call Now: +77 472612599Our Trademark Registration Services
1. Multi-Language Clearance Searches
We don’t just search for identical marks. We perform deep-dive “Confusing Similarity” audits across Kazakh, Russian, and English scripts to ensure your brand doesn’t hit a wall during the substantive examination.
2. Strategic NIIP Filing & Prosecution
- National Direct Filing: Ideal for localized brands seeking the fastest route to protection.
- Madrid Protocol Management: For our global clients, we manage Kazakhstan designations via WIPO, ensuring seamless integration with your international portfolio.
- Overcoming Refusals: Our attorneys specialize in responding to “Provisional Refusals” based on absolute grounds (lack of distinctiveness) or relative grounds (prior rights).
3. Well-Known Trademark Recognition
Under the February 2026 Updated Rules, the evidence required for “Well-Known” status has become significantly more rigorous. We help premium brands compile the necessary 1,600-respondent surveys and multi-city market data required by the Ministry of Justice.
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Defense & Enforcement in the “New Economy”
If your brand is being counterfeited or your domain has been squatted, passive monitoring is not enough. The Kazakh legal system rewards the proactive.
- Customs Recordal: We register your trademark with the Customs Registry to block counterfeit goods at the border—essential for the China-Kazakhstan trade corridor.
- Cease & Desist / Take-downs: Rapid enforcement against unauthorized sellers on Kaspi, Wildberries KZ, and Ozon.
- Litigation & Appeals: Representation before the Specialized Inter-district Administrative Courts and the Board of Appeals. We specialize in “Non-Use Cancellation” actions (3-year rule) to clear the register of squatters.
Trademark registration lawyer in Astana
Our Kazakhstan Trademark Law Team
Syuzanna Li | Partner (Central Asia Desk)
Syuzanna heads the Astana and Tashkent offices. She has advised financial investors and corporate clients on a wide range of matters, including M&A, joint ventures, restructuring. Syuzanna has also particular experience in the energy sector.
Expertises
- Infrastructure and PPP
- Dispute Resolution
- Corporate Law and M&A
- Banking and Finance
- Taxation
The Esplora Advantage in Astana
Unlike generic online filing services, we provide boots-on-the-ground intelligence.
- Dual-Admitted Experts: Our team understands both common law principles and the civil law nuances of the CIS region.
- Cross-Border Synergy: With offices in Mumbai, Shanghai, and Astana, we are uniquely positioned to protect brands moving along the New Silk Road.
Contact Our Kazakhstan Team
Astana, Kazakhstan
Address – Office 513/1, Business Centre “Trust”, Kunaev street 12/1, Astana, 010000, Kazakhstan.
Phone – +77 472 612 599
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Foreign applicants must be represented by a registered Kazakh Patent/Trademark Attorney to interact with the NIIP.
With our 2026 Expedited Procedure, we can secure a decision on registration in approximately 3 to 4 months. Standard filings typically take 10–12 months.
No. While both are members of the EAEU, trademark protection is strictly territorial. You must file a separate application in Kazakhstan or designate it via the Madrid Protocol.