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The Risks of Not Registering a Trademark
Brunei Trademark Registration
Protect Your Brand in Brunei Through a Simple Process Backed by Certified Local Attorneys
Simple steps to register your trademark
STEP 1
Comprehensive Trademark Study
Before filing your trademark in Brunei, you must evaluate any issues that may arise during the registration process. Our Comprehensive Trademark Study not only lists similar trademarks (graphic and phonetic) that may conflict with yours but also provides you with an Attorney's opinion on the trademark registration possibilities and the class(es) that your goods/services belong to.
- Graphic and phonetic similarity trademark search report
- Trademark attorney's analysis and advice
- Trademark class recommendation
STEP 2
Trademark Application Filing
Specialized attorneys will file your trademark application in Brunei and carry out all the necessary formalities to bring your application for approval and registration. As soon as your trademark is filed, we will send you a filing report that will include the application number and application date. Also, we will send you a scanned copy of the filed application.
- Process Handled by Experienced Trademark Attorneys
- Filing the Report & a Scanned Copy of the application
- Tracking the Registration Process Online
STEP 3
Trademark Registration Certificate
Once your trademark application is approved, our attorneys complete all the formalities necessary to obtain the registration certificate in Brunei. After the certificate is issued, it is forwarded to your address along with a registration report specifying the registration number, registration date, and any special consideration that should be taken into account in Brunei.
- Process Handled by Experienced Trademark Attorneys
- Delivery of Registration Certificate & Report
- Monitoring & Notification of Important Dates
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Commonly Asked Questions About Trademark Registration
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Frequently Asked Questions
If I previously filed my trademark in another country, can I claim priority in Brunei?
Yes. If you filed your trademark in another country within the last 6 months, you can claim priority in Brunei based on that earlier filing.
How long does it take for a trademark to be registered in Brunei?
Typically, if there are no oppositions or objections, trademark registration in Brunei takes about 9 months.
Do I need to provide a Power of Attorney?
Yes. A simple Power of Attorney is required. "Simple" means no notarization or legalization is needed.
If I register my trademark in Brunei, will it be protected in other countries?
No, registering your trademark in Brunei only provides protection within Brunei itself.
Do I need to use my trademark in Brunei before applying for registration?
You need to either plan to use the trademark or already be using it when you apply.
What rights do you gain by registering a trademark in Brunei?
Registering a trademark gives you the following rights:
- The exclusive right to use the trademark
- The ability to oppose any later applications that conflict with your trademark
- The right to cancel any later registrations that conflict with your trademark
- The right to sue others who use a mark that is …
What is the duration of the opposition period in Brunei?
The opposition period begins right after the publication date.
It lasts for three months from the publication date.
How long is a trademark valid once it has been registered in Brunei?
Once your trademark is registered, it will be valid for 10 years.
Does registering a trademark in Brunei provide me with any legal rights?
In Brunei, the "first to use" principle is followed. This means you don't need to register a trademark to have rights to it.
Who is eligible to challenge my trademark application in Brunei?
Any individual or entity has the right to challenge a trademark application.
Can a registration be canceled in Brunei?
You can cancel a registered mark for these reasons:
- Someone else owns the rights
- The mark just describes something
- The mark isn't unique
- The mark is misleading, offensive, or false
- The mark serves a functional purpose
- It violates copyright
- It infringes on a famous mark
- It uses protected symbols, emblems, …
What are the steps involved in the trademark application process in Brunei?
There are three stages in the trademark application process in Brunei:
Examination - The trademark is reviewed for compliance with formal requirements, proper classification, clarity, descriptiveness, uniqueness, and any conflicts with existing rights.
Publication - Details of the trademark are published online, allowing third parties to access them.
What actions are necessary to meet the usage requirement for a registered mark in Brunei?
You need to use the registered mark within 5 years after the registration is finalized. The usage can be minimal, but it must happen within Brunei.
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