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The Risks of Not Registering a Trademark
Costa Rica Trademark Registration
Protect Your Brand in Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica, 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 Costa Rica 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
If I previously filed my trademark in another country, can I claim priority in Costa Rica?
Yes. If you filed your trademark in another country within the last 6 months, you can claim priority in Costa Rica based on that earlier filing.
Can my trademark be filed immediately and the Power of Attorney (POA) submitted later?
Yes. We can file your trademark in Costa Rica immediately after you provide the necessary details. You can submit the Power of Attorney later. This option will be displayed once you order your trademark.
How long does it take for a trademark to be registered in Costa Rica?
Typically, if there are no oppositions or objections, trademark registration in Costa Rica takes about 6 months.
Do I need to provide a Power of Attorney?
Yes. A notarized Power of Attorney is required in Costa Rica. "Notarized" means it must be signed before a notary. If you reside outside the country, legalization is also necessary.
If I register my trademark in Costa Rica, will it be protected in other countries?
Your trademark registration is only valid within Costa Rica.
What are the steps involved in the trademark application process in Costa Rica after filing?
The application process consists of three main phases: examination, publication, and registration.
- formal requirements
- proper classification
- clarity
- descriptiveness
- distinctiveness
- deceptiveness
- conflicts with existing registrations
- trademark …
How long is a trademark valid once it has been registered in Costa Rica?
The trademark registration is valid for 10 years starting from the date it is registered.
Does registering a trademark in Costa Rica provide me with any legal rights?
In Costa Rica, you don't need to register a trademark to have rights to it. The country operates on a 'first to use' basis.
What is the duration of the opposition period in Costa Rica?
The opposition period starts on the date of first publication and lasts for two months from that date.
What actions are necessary to meet the usage requirement for a trademark in Costa Rica?
You need to use the trademark within five years from when it was registered. Even a small amount of use is enough, but it must happen in this area.
Is it necessary to use my trademark in Costa Rica before applying for registration?
You don't need to use your trademark or plan to use it before applying for registration.
Who is eligible to challenge my trademark application in Costa Rica?
Anyone who has a legitimate reason to challenge the trademark can submit an opposition.
What rights do you gain by registering a trademark in Costa Rica?
Registering a trademark grants the following rights:
- exclusive use of the trademark
- ability to oppose later conflicting trademark applications
- ability to cancel later conflicting trademark registrations
- right to take legal action against infringement
- ability to license the trademark to others
- right to request customs to seize counterfeit goods
- right to …
Can a registration be canceled in Costa Rica?
Registration can be canceled for the following reasons:
- The mark is descriptive.
- The mark is generic.
- The mark lacks distinctiveness.
- The mark serves a functional purpose.
- The mark is misleading, deceptive, or disparaging.
- It involves a geographical indication.
- It involves the protection of armorial bearings, flags, or other state emblems. …
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