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The Risks of Not Registering a Trademark
Colombia Trademark Registration
Protect Your Brand in Colombia 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 Colombia, 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 Colombia 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
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Commonly Asked Questions About Trademark Registration
Learn answers to some of the most commonly asked questions on trademark registrations to improve your trademark knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you claim priority for a patent application in Colombia?
Yes, you can claim priority in Colombia if the following conditions are met:
- Your home country is a member of the Paris Convention.
- Your home application was filed at least 6 months before the application in Colombia.
- Your home country is a member of the World Trade Organization.
- Your home country is part of the Andean Pact.
- The international registration is based on a national registration in Colombia.
How long is a trademark valid once it has been registered?
Once registered, a trademark is valid for a period of 10 years.
What is the duration of the opposition period?
The opposition period starts on the day the application is published.
The opposition period concludes 30 business days after the publication date.
What are the steps involved in the trademark application process in Colombia after it has been submitted?
In Colombia, once a trademark application is submitted, it follows these steps:
Does registering a trademark in Colombia grant me any legal rights?
In Colombia, you must register a trademark to gain rights to it. The country follows a "first to file" system.
What rights do you gain by having a registered trademark?
Having a registered trademark gives you the following rights:
- The exclusive right to use your trademark
- The ability to oppose any later applications that conflict with your trademark
- The right to challenge the cancellation of any later conflicting trademark registrations
- The right to take legal action against anyone using a mark that is confusingly similar to yours
- The ability to license others to use your trademark
- The right to request customs authorities to seize counterfeit goods that use your trademark
- The right to seek compensation for trademark infringement
Can a trademark registration be canceled?
Yes, you can cancel a trademark registration for several reasons:
- Ownership rights
- The mark is too descriptive
- The mark lacks distinctiveness
- The mark is misleading, deceptive, or offensive
- Copyright infringement
- Rights under Article 6bis of the Paris Convention (well-known marks)
- Rights under Article 6ter of the Paris Convention (protection of state symbols)
- Rights under Article 6septies of the Paris Convention (agent or representative registration)
- Rights under Article 8 of the Paris Convention (trade names)
- Registered design rights
- Personal name rights
- The mark is generic
- The mark includes a geographical indication
- The mark violates public policy or morality
- The registration was obtained to engage in unfair competition
What is the typical duration for trademark registration approval?
Typically, it takes about 8 months to get a trademark registered, as long as there are no objections or challenges.
Do I need to sign a Power of Attorney during the prosecution stage?
You might need to sign a power of attorney during the prosecution phase.
What steps must I take to meet the usage requirement for a registered mark?
To meet the use requirement, a registered trademark must be used commercially within 3 years of its registration date. This use must take place in any member country of the Andean Pact, and you need to provide valid sales invoices as evidence.
If I register my trademark in Colombia, will it be protected in other countries?
Your trademark protection is limited to the borders of Colombia.
Who is eligible to challenge my trademark registration?
The following groups can challenge a trademark registration:
- any parties with a vested interest
- holders of a prior right
- license holders
- anyone with a legitimate or genuine interest
Do I need to use my trademark before applying for registration?
You don't need to use the trademark or plan to use it before you apply for registration.
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