Turning ideas into assets
The Intellectual Property Office of Ireland is the official Irish government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights including patents, designs, trade marks and copyright.
Patents
If your idea is an invention that has a technical solution, you can get exclusive rights to the invention with a patent
Trade Marks
If your idea is in respect of a unique brand consisting of words or a logo, you can have exclusive rights protected through trade mark registration
Designs
If your idea has a special form or appearance, you can get exclusive rights to the design with Design Protection
Copyright
If you have created original literary, dramatic, musical or artistic works copyright is the legal form of protection that can be used.
What type of IP is right for you?
Read our guide to understanding Intellectual property to determine which IP right is for you.
Is your idea, invention or brand available?
Before applying for your intellectual property right search to make sure that it isn't already registered.
Announcements
- 20th November 2024
Issue with Trade Mark Applications
12th November 2024Change to Office opening hours
16th October 2024SME Fund - Voucher 1 and Voucher 2 are now closed
10th October 2024- View More
Law and Practice Updates
Written Grounds - CLOUD.7 HOTELS
11th November 2024Trade Marks (Madrid Protocol) (Amendment) Regulations 2024
1st November 2024- 6th September 2024
Written Grounds on SPC 2015/043
27th May 2024- View More