In Laos, what to do if your brand is counterfeited? Three-step rights protection path + evidence checklist

在老挝，品牌被仿冒了怎么办？三步维权路径+证据清单

ຢູ່ລາວ, ຖ້າເຄື່ອງໝາຍການຄ້າຖືກລຽນແບບ ຄວນເຮັດແນວໃດ? 3 ຂັ້ນຕອນປົກປ້ອງສິດ + ລາຍການຫຼັກຖານ

Published: 2026-07-28 · LaoPaniti legal guides

You have worked hard to build your brand in Laos, and suddenly you find a competing product on the market that looks almost identical, even the logo is only one letter different. A customer calls and asks, "Did you launch a low-price version?" You are furious, but after calming down, the most important thing to do is to take legal action.

Step 1: First confirm whether your trademark is registered

The prerequisite for rights protection is clear rights. If your trademark is already registered in Laos, according to the relevant provisions of the Intellectual Property Law, the trademark owner has the right to prevent any third party from using, in the course of trade, identical or similar signs for goods or services that are identical or similar to those for which the registered trademark is protected. If it is not yet registered, rights protection will be very passive, which is why we always emphasize "brand going global, trademark first."

Step 2: Secure evidence and send a negotiation letter

After discovering infringement, immediately collect evidence: trademark registration certificate, infringing samples (take photos or purchase physical items), sales links (screenshots or screen recordings), and proof of loss (such as sales decline data). Then you can entrust a lawyer or send a letter yourself, demanding that the other party immediately stop the infringement, destroy the infringing products, and compensate for losses. In practice, many infringers will actively negotiate after receiving a formal letter, because once official procedures are initiated, the costs are higher.

If negotiation fails, consider the next step.

Step 3: Administrative complaint or judicial litigation

You can file a complaint with the competent authorities in Laos (such as the Department of Industry and Commerce or the Department of Intellectual Property) requesting an investigation and punishment of the infringement. You can also directly file a lawsuit in court, claiming cessation of infringement and compensation for losses. If trade secrets are involved, the holder also has the right to prevent others from disclosing, acquiring, or using such information in a manner contrary to honest commercial practices, and to claim compensation.

The entire rights protection process may take time, but the stronger the evidence, the greater the chance of success.

Practical tool: LaoPaniti helps you "clear mines" in advance

Rather than seeking rights protection after the fact, it is better to prevent problems beforehand. LaoPaniti (https://www.123laoai.com) provides a free online trademark search tool, allowing you to check whether your brand name has been registered by others before registration. In addition, the AI legal consultation and contract review functions can also help you assess the qualifications of partners, avoiding unintentional infringement or being infringed.

This article is compiled by LaoPaniti for reference only and does not constitute legal advice.

FAQ

In Laos, how long does trademark registration protect?

According to the relevant provisions of the Intellectual Property Law, the validity period of trademark registration is usually 10 years, and it can be renewed upon expiration. It is recommended to consult professionals for specific periods and renewal procedures.

If the other party counterfeits my product appearance but has not registered a trademark, can I protect my rights?

If the product appearance constitutes an industrial design and has been registered, you can protect your rights under the Intellectual Property Law. If it is not registered, rights protection is more difficult, and it is recommended to apply for registration as soon as possible.

After discovering infringement, how long does it usually take to send a negotiation letter?

After sending the letter, the other party is usually given a response period of 15-30 days. If the other party ignores or delays, it is recommended to initiate an administrative complaint or litigation as soon as possible to avoid further losses.

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