The National Office of Intellectual Property of Vietnam (NOIP) is an agency under the Ministry of Science and Technology, responsible for state management and ensuring operational activities related to intellectual property. 

NOIP operates as a legal entity, possessing its seal and is authorized to open accounts at the State Treasury or banks to facilitate its activities and transactions following legal regulations. In international dealings, the National Office of Intellectual Property is called the "National Office of Intellectual Property of Vietnam," abbreviated as "NOIP."

The National Office of Intellectual Property’s main headquarters is in Hanoi.

Address: 386 Nguyen Trai Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi City.

Contact details:

• Phone: (024) 3858 4011; (024) 3858 3069
• Fax: (04) 3858 8449; (04) 3858 4002
• Email: vietnamipo@noip.gov.vn

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NOIP Representative Office in Da Nang City

The National Office of Intellectual Property's representative office in Da Nang is located on the 3rd floor of 135 Minh Mang Street, Khue My Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District, Da Nang City.

Contact details:

• Phone: 0236.3889955
• Fax: 0236.3889977
• Email: vanphong3@noip.gov.vn

NOIP Representative Office in Ho Chi Minh City

The representative office of the National Office of Intellectual Property in Ho Chi Minh City is located on the 7th floor of Ha Phan Building, 17-19 Ton That Tung Street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.

Contact information: 

• Phone: (028) 3920 8483; (028) 3920 8485
• Fax: (028) 3920 8486
• Application Receiving Department: (028) 3920 8483
• Consulting and Support Department: (028) 3920 8485
• Email: vanphong2@noip.gov.vn

The working regime of the intellectual property office

The working regime of the National Office of Intellectual Property (NOIP) is structured as follows:

• Leadership and Collective Consultation: NOIP operates under a directorate system, meaning that decisions are made by its head, but with input from collective discussions and consultations with relevant stakeholders.

• Adherence to Ministry Regulations: The office follows the working regime established by the Ministry of Science and Technology and maintains proper working relationships with its affiliated units according to the ministry’s working regulations and other relevant legal provisions.

• Collaboration with External Entities: NOIP is obligated to collaborate closely with external agencies, organizations, and individuals as stipulated by the law, ensuring the effective execution of its functions and tasks.

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Duties and powers of the Intellectual Property Office

The National Office of Intellectual Property of Vietnam (NOIP) undertakes numerous tasks and exercises various powers, as detailed in Article 2 of the Organizational and Operational Regulations of the NOIP, issued under Decision No. 2525/QĐ-BKHCN in 2018. These responsibilities span 23 different groups of duties and powers, including:

• Leading and Coordinating the Development of Legal Frameworks: NOIP is responsible for leading and collaborating with related agencies to draft and submit proposals to the Minister of Science and Technology. These include draft legal documents, mechanisms, policies, solutions, programs, projects, and development plans in the field of intellectual property. This task demands high expertise and is one of the office's primary functions, underscoring its pivotal role within the ministry.

• Issuing Guidelines and Internal Documents: NOIP has the authority to issue professional and procedural guidelines, along with internal documents and other specific instructions within its jurisdiction. This reflects the power derived from its position, enabling the office to provide professional guidance while maintaining its independent and professional operations.

• Establishing Industrial Property Rights and Handling Related Procedures: NOIP is responsible for establishing industrial property rights, registering contracts for the transfer of such rights, and performing other procedures related to the protection of industrial property rights according to the law. This exclusive authority ensures that NOIP can respond to the needs of individuals and organizations, playing a vital role in safeguarding industrial property rights nationwide.

• Protecting Legal Rights in Industrial Property: NOIP takes the lead, often in collaboration with other agencies, in implementing measures to protect the legitimate rights of the state, organizations, and individuals in the field of industrial property. With its deep knowledge of legal regulations and practical experience, NOIP is well-positioned to lead in protecting these rights.

• Handling Complaints and Denunciations Related to Industrial Property Rights: NOIP is tasked with addressing complaints from individuals or organizations affected by decisions or actions of competent authorities. It also handles denunciations related to violations of industrial property rights.

• Resolving Industrial Property and Commercial Disputes: NOIP plays an important role in dispute resolution, providing expert opinions to help resolve disputes or legal violations in industrial property matters. This is particularly critical when disputes involve significant stakes, and NOIP's involvement ensures professional and informed support in such cases.

• Organizing Training and Issuing Certificates in Intellectual Property: NOIP organizes training programs and issues certificates of completion in intellectual property education. It provides professional guidance to management agencies, organizations, and individuals involved in industrial property activities, ensuring participants have the necessary qualifications.

• Consulting on the Establishment, Protection, and Development of Industrial Property Rights: NOIP offers advice on industrial property rights upon request, assisting with patent applications and intellectual property management to support production and business development.

• International Cooperation in Industrial Property: NOIP engages in international cooperation, including negotiating and participating in intellectual property agreements and proposing solutions to cross-border disputes related to industrial property. Representing the Ministry of Science and Technology, NOIP plays a key role in integrating Vietnam's intellectual property framework with global standards.

• Providing Public Services in the Field of Industrial Property: NOIP manages the provision of public services related to industrial property, ensuring efficient and streamlined procedures for individuals and organizations.

• Managing Fees and Other Revenues in Industrial Property Activities: NOIP collects, manages, and utilizes fees and service charges related to industrial property activities in compliance with legal regulations. This responsibility ensures that financial matters are handled properly while adhering to legal standards on fee collection and management.

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