The announced transformation
INPI announced an investment of R$ 90 million through 2026 to accelerate and digitize processes for trademarks, patents, industrial design and geographic indication.
The 30-day target
- Today: trademark registration averages 12 to 18 months without opposition
- 2026 target: reduction to 30 days in simple cases
How applied AI works
- Automated prior search: user receives potential conflict report in minutes
- Distinctiveness analysis
- NICE classification suggestion
- Risk detection
- Examiner support: human analyst validates AI suggestion
For international companies
If you're considering filing your trademark in Brazil, the 2026 modernization is good news: faster processing, more predictable timelines. Working with a Brazilian agent (INPI-registered) remains mandatory for foreign applicants.