Yes, the State Organization “Ukrainian National Office of Intellectual Property and Innovations” (UANIPIO), which has taken over the functions of Ukrpatent since 2022, continues to operate without interruption. All filings and communications are carried out electronically, and the Office ensures continuity of examination and administrative procedures. The transition from Ukrpatent to UANIPIO, combined with previously established remote work practices, has allowed the Office to maintain stable operations under the current conditions.

No, the suspension of IP-related deadlines is no longer in force. Therefore, as of now, all IP procedures in Ukraine are subject to the standard statutory deadlines.

In general, a trademark in Ukraine may be cancelled if it has not been used for a continuous period of 5 (five) years from the registration date.

Ukrainian IP legislation is based on the first-to-file principle rather than first-to-use. Failure to renew a trademark or delay in filing a new application may allow third parties to register identical or confusingly similar marks. In addition, all standard deadlines for maintaining IP rights have been fully restored since May 31, 2025. This means that non-compliance with renewal or maintenance requirements may lead to loss of rights. Maintaining existing rights is significantly simpler and more cost-effective than restoring or re-acquiring them. Despite current challenges, securing and preserving IP rights ensures legal protection and business continuity once market conditions stabilize.

Our firm operates continuously and provides full-scope IP services in Ukraine. We ensure uninterrupted communication, electronic filings and representation before the Ukrainian IP Office and other authorities.