Bahrain’s IPO, part of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, adopted the 12th edition of the Nice Classification of Goods and Services on 9 April 2025, allowing applicants to classify their trade mark applications in accordance with the most up-to-date global standards.

All trade mark applications filed from 9 April onward need to comply with the updated list of goods and services categories, as indicated in the latest version of the Nice Classification. Trade mark applicants and agents are advised to ensure alignment with the revised terminology and categorization to avoid delays or rejections during the examination process.

This transition reflects Bahrain’s ongoing efforts to harmonize its trade mark registration procedures with international standards and practices.