Cambodian IP News

UPDATE (12/2/2026): The IPRRS now allows for the recordation of Industrial Design Registrations as well. On September 1, 2024 the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE) of Cambodia launched a new online system for recording IP rights so as to facilitate interception at border controls. The Intellectual Property Rights Recordation System allows rights holders to pro-actively record information and documentation concerning their IP rights with the customs authorities.

Trademark Databases of Cambodia The records of trademark applications and registrations in Cambodia are publicly available through three websites at no-cost. However, users should be aware that the complete and official database is held internally within the Department of Intellectual Property Rights. While that information is uploaded regularly to the public databases, there is a delay in updating. This delay means the latest trademark filings are not included in these datab

In October 2025, the United States of America and Cambodia agreed a framework for reciprocal trade, including the following provisions relevant to IP: Geographical Indications (GIs) and Market Access : Cambodia has committed to groundbreaking provisions that will preserve current and future U.S. market access for U.S. cheese and meat producers who rely on the use of common names. This includes ensuring that market access will not be restricted due to the mere use of certain