At present, the official classification of goods and services in Gaza adopts the 8th edition of the Nice Classification, and does not accept applications for multiple categories in one form. The elements that can be registered as trademarks in Gaza include: text, name, graphics, numbers, color combinations, etc.

If the applicant does not reside in Gaza, they must entrust a specialized agent in their home country to handle the matter. The basic materials required for trademark application are:
1. Trademark design;
2. Specific product items;
3. Name and address of the applicant;
4. Power of attorney.
5.The main process for applying for trademark registration in Gaza is as follows:; Application, acceptance, review, announcement, approval, and issuance.

After the application is submitted, the official first conducts a formal review, mainly examining whether the application requirements and classification information comply with regulations. Generally, it takes about 2 weeks to complete the acceptance. After acceptance, substantive examination of the trademark will be conducted, including examination of the distinctiveness of the trademark, whether it violates the prohibition and prohibition clauses, and whether it conflicts with the prior trademark. If the examination is passed, it will be announced; If the review fails, a rejection notice will be issued and the applicant will be required to respond within the time limit specified in the rejection notice.

The objection period is within 3 months from the date of announcement. Any interested party or prior right holder may raise objections, and the main reasons for raising objections are:
1. Conflict with prior trademarks, such as owning a prior registered trademark;
2. The trademark lacks distinctiveness;
3. The trademark has adverse effects;
4. Malicious registration;
5. Conflict with other prior rights, such as trade name rights, design rights, copyrights, personal names, etc.

If there are no objections or objections are not valid during the announcement period, registration can be approved and a registration certificate can be issued after the objection period ends. In a smooth situation, trademark registration in Gaza will take about 2 years; If things don't go smoothly and there are rejections or objections along the way, the time will be greatly extended.