Suriname Introduces Service Mark
PARAMARIBO – Suriname has officially enacted amendments to its trademark law allowing service marks in Nice classes 35 through 45 to be registered in the country for the first time. Until now, intellectual property protection in Suriname was strictly limited to trademarks for physical goods. The new option allows brand owners to extend existing registrations or pending applications to cover services, broadening protection and aligning Suriname with international IP standards.
Under the new policy, owners of existing service marks and those with pending service mark applications may extend protection to the relevant service classes while preserving their original filing or registration date. This one-time extension period is available until July 8, 2027, offering a window for brand owners to secure comprehensive protection for both goods and services. Proof of use for the applicable services will be required as part of the extension process.