Telegram’s trademarks in Russia expire in 2026

Telegram’s registered trademarks in Russia are nearing the end of their 10-year protection period. The wordmark registered under Telegram FZ-LLC has been active since May 30, 2016, and expires in 2026. Meanwhile, the iconic paper airplane logo will lose its protection on September 15, 2026. If an extension application isn’t filed during the final year, the exclusive rights to the trademarks will be forfeited.

When do Telegram’s trademarks expire in Russia

Russian law allows for unlimited renewals of trademarks every 10 years. The process is straightforward: Telegram must submit a renewal application to Rospatent within the last year of the trademark’s validity. Missing this deadline means the brand loses protection, opening the door for others to claim similar marks.

• The original application for the wordmark was filed on May 30, 2016; its protection lasts 10 years, expiring in 2026.
• The paper airplane logo is protected until September 15, 2026.
• Renewals can be done indefinitely but only if the application is submitted within the last year of registration.

While it sounds simple, brands can sometimes slip through the cracks-be it forgetting to file renewal paperwork, changes to the owner or address, resulting in automatic loss of rights. For Telegram, this is more of an administrative risk than a commercial one. The company can renew remotely, but missing the deadline could lead to real consequences: from the appearance of similar trademarks to legal hurdles when defending the brand in court or on e-commerce platforms.

Whether Telegram will keep its Russian trademark registrations or choose not to renew due to its rights management policy remains unclear. In the coming months, all eyes will be on the filings with Rospatent-these will determine if Telegram FZ-LLC maintains control or if the trademarks open up for use by third parties.