Trademark Certificate Apostille for Saudi Arabia
An apostille for a Trademark Certificate is required to ensure that U.S.-issued documents verifying trademark registration and ownership are officially recognized for legal, commercial, and intellectual property purposes in the Saudi Arabia.
This process confirms the authenticity of signatures, seals, and the authority of the issuing federal agency, allowing the certificate to be accepted for trademark registration, licensing, contractual agreements, and governmental use within the Kingdom.
Eligible Document Description
A Trademark Certificate is an official document issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office confirming the registration of a trademark.
It typically includes:
Trademark name, logo, or design
Registration number and date
Class of goods or services
Name of the registrant
Authorized signatures and official seals
Federal Documents Processing Time & Fees.
| Service | Fees | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Service fee | $62 | - |
| U.S. Department of State fee | $20 | 9 |
| U.S. Arab chamber of commerce stamp | $35 | 1 |
| Total | $117 | 10 business days |
Apostille Process
Federally issued Trademark Certificates are authenticated by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. Once completed, an apostille is attached, making the document legally recognized for official use in the Saudi Arabia.
This apostille replaces embassy legalization and ensures international validity under the Hague Apostille Convention.
Important Notes
Documents without proper federal authentication cannot be apostilled.
Altered, incomplete, or improperly certified Trademark Certificates will be rejected.
An apostille confirms only the authenticity of signatures and seals, not the validity, enforceability, or ownership of the trademark.
Applicants should verify all intellectual property and regulatory requirements with the relevant authorities in Saudi Arabia before submission.