FaQ’s

No, the GCC only accepts patent applications; there are no regional alliances or councils which allow the registration of a trademark in multiple jurisdictions simultaneously.

There is no difference between a design mark and a logo that is registered as a trademark. A design mark can also consist of an image.

The implication of missing a deadline relating to a trademark application depends on the country. In some countries, deadlines can be extended by filing an extension of time. In other countries, the applicant may incur penalty charges for delays. In other countries, trademarks may lapse if deadlines are missed. <a href="https://www.easy-trademarks.com/guides">Refer to country-specific user guides</a>.

Apostille: is an authenticator that verifies the seals and signatures of officials on public documents such as birth certificates, court orders, or any other document issued by a public authority for recognization in foreign countries that are members of the 1961 Hague Convention Treaty. <a href="https://www.gsccca.org/notary-and-apostilles/apostilles/hague-apostille-country-list">Refer to this list here</a>. Notarized: is authentication by a notary public who is qualified by the state in the country in which the document was issued. Legalization: is an authentication stamp from the embassy of which the country the document will be sent to use. Sub legalization: is the authentication of the Ministry of foreign affairs in the country that you are requesting IP services in.

A sworn translation is a translation that is completed and authenticated by a translator authorized by the state.

A sworn translation is an authenticated translated document, while a normal translation is completed by an individual fluent in the language and does not need authentication.

A power of attorney is a legally authenticated document authorizing the local agent to represent the applicant for their Intellectual property matters in a specific country.

A commercial certificate is a legal document/license relating to the formation of a company or corporation. It is a license to form a corporation issued by the state where the company was established. A Commercial certificate is sometimes interchanged with a trade license, a certificate of good standing, or a certificate of incorporation.

Yes, however, you must file an amendment request and settle the required fees. (<a href="Link to https://www.easy-trademarks.com/guides">Refer to country-specific procedures</a>)

Yes, you can always request to cancel your trademark registration by submitting a cancellation application.

Yes, you can register a sound mark as a trademark in some countries. However, this depends on their local country-specific Intellectual property office procedures and regulations. (<a href="https://www.easy-trademarks.com/guides">Refer to country-specific procedures</a>)

The trademark protection period in Qatar is ten years.

The trademark protection period in Libya is ten years.

The trademark protection period in UAE is ten years.

The trademark protection period in Iraq is ten years.

The trademark protection period in Bahrain is ten years.

The trademark protection period in Morocco is ten years.

The trademark protection period in Lebanon is ffifteen years.

The trademark protection period in Kuwait is ten years.

The trademark protection period in Algeria is ten years.

The trademark protection period in Saudi Arabia is ten Hijri years.

The trademark protection period in Yemen is ten years.

The trademark protection period in West Bank is seven years.

The trademark protection period in Gaza is seven years.

The trademark protection period in Tunisia is ten years.

The trademark protection period in Jordan is ten years.

The trademark protection period in Egypt is ten years.

The trademark protection period in Oman is ten years.

The trademark protection date in Qatar begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Libya begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in UAE begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Iraq begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Bahrain begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Morocco begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Lebanon begins on the registration date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Kuwait begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Algeria begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Saudi Arabia begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Yemen begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in West Bank begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Gaza begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Tunisia begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Jordan begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Egypt begins on the filing date of the mark.

The trademark protection date in Oman begins on the filing date of the mark.

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Trademark infringement is a violation of the exclusive rights attached to a trademark without the authorization of the trademark owner or any licensees (provided that such approval was within the scope of the license). Infringement may occur when one party, the "infringer", uses a trademark that is identical or confusingly similar to a trademark owned by another party, concerning products or services which are identical or akin to the products or services which the registration covers. To ensure that your mark is not infringed, you need to register your trademark for protection, in that way, if there are any infringements, it is easy to claim the right of ownership of the mark and stop the infringers. Lawsuits might arise from an infringement case if the infringer does not cease to unlawfully use a trademark. The original owner of the trademark has the right to sue the infringer for damages.

Our website provides a comprehensive approach to registering a trademark. What you will need to do is just fill in the forms and submit the necessary documents, and we will do the work for you. It's hassle-free and cost-effective. Even if you choose not to go with the optimum service, you will receive excellent service, and we will make the process of registering a trademark quick and effortless.

In general, you can trademark your name, however there are multiple concerns with doing so. We have written an article on the use of family names, feel free to go through it and then you can decide if you would like to use your name or family name as a trademark. https://easy-trademarks.com/en/details/To-trademark-or-Not-to-trademark-your-Name

A sole proprietorship is a business owned and controlled by an individual, a company, or a limited liability partnership. There are no partners in the corporation. The legal status of a sole proprietorship can be defined as follows: It is not a separate legal entity from the business owner.