WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
CLASSIFICATION
In the 10th edition of single-class applications, it’s important to note that registration is not allowed for Class 33, alcoholic goods in Class 32, and pork meat in Class 29.
SEARCH
Possibility of word and gadget markings
EXAMINATION
Regarding formal, absolute, and relative considerations
OPPOSITION
60 days from publication date
PROTECTION TERM
The initial registration remains in force for 10 years from the filing date and can be extended for successive equivalent periods.
USE
Subject to potential cancellation if the mark remains unused for a continuous period of 5 years from the filing date.
EXTENSION OF TIME
Filing oppositions, counter-oppositions, and responding to office actions is not an available option.
REQUIREMENTS
Filing Requirements
All of the following procedures require a legally recognized POA.
TREATIES AND CONVENTIONS
The international organizations and agreements of significance include the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), the World Trade Organization (WTO), the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), the GCC Patent Law, the Berne Convention, and the Paris Convention.
REGISTRATION
Filing Requirements
A certificate of incorporation or an extract from the commercial register.
A certified copy of the priority document, if a priority claim is made.
What you need to know
The Power of Attorney (POA) is required to be provided during the initial filing.
Priority documents can be submitted within 3 months starting from the filing date.
RENEWAL
A copy of the registration certificate that displays the trademark’s validity and the latest owner’s details.
A grace period of 6 months
CHANGE OF NAME OR ADDRESS
A legalized certificate indicating a change of name or address.
A copy of the registration certificate, displaying the trademark’s validity and the last owner’s particulars.
May be recorded for registrations only
ASSIGNMENT
A deed of assignment that has been duly legalized.
A copy of the registration certificate, demonstrating the trademark’s validity and the particulars of the last owner.
Trademarks can be transferred with or without the associated business goodwill and can be officially recorded for registration purposes only.
MERGER
A legalized certificate of merger.
A copy of the registration certificate, displaying the trademark’s validity and the last owner’s particulars.
May be recorded for registrations only
LICENSE
A legalized, certified copy of the license agreement.
A copy of the registration certificate, indicating the trademark’s validity and the particulars of the last owner.
Can be officially recorded for registration only.
Separate Power of Attorney (POA) documents are necessary from both the licensee and licensor.
