31 October 2024

Iraq to Adopt 11th Edition of Nice Classification

The Iraqi Trademark Office announced on 22 October 2024 that it would begin using the 11th edition of the Nice Classification of Goods and Services starting January 2025. Iraq is currently using the 7th edition.

This update will align Iraq’s intellectual property framework with international standards, ensuring that trademark registration and management remain consistent with global practices.

According to the announcement, IP owners in Iraq will have the opportunity to reclassify their registered trademarks to conform to the 11th edition.

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