Sri Lanka is not a member of the Madrid Protocol. Applications can be filed through a local attorney in the country.
A simply signed power of attorney must be submitted. Applications by legal entities require a company stamp. An image of the trademark must be submitted. A list of the classes in which the trademark will be used must be submitted. If priority is claimed, the priority document must be submitted within 3 months after the filing date.
A multi-class application system is used. The international Nice Classification applies.
The term of protection for a trademark is 10 years. The trademark can be maintained indefinitely by renewal every 10 years.
After examination, the trademark is published for 3 months. Third parties may file an opposition during this period.
There is a 5-year use requirement, counted from the registration date or the date of last use. If the trademark is not used for 5 years, third parties may file a cancellation action against it.
Renewal is required every 10 years.