A federal trademark lasts 10 years from the date of registration, with a potentially unlimited number of 10-year renewal terms. So, every 10 years, the owner of a federal trademark registration must renew it with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Whilst, it is not mandatory to register a trademark before using it under Malaysian law, it is however strongly recommended to do so to prevent trademark hijacking. In Malaysia, a smooth trademark application process takes approximately between 9 – 15 months.
Renewal duration: 10 years. Grace period to renew after expiration: 12 months with penalty.