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In Croatia, you can protect your trademark in two ways: by registering a European Union Trademark, which grants protection in all 27 EU member states, or by filing directly with the State Intellectual Property Office of Croatia.
Before filing your trademark in Croatia, 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.
Specialized attorneys will file your trademark application in Croatia 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.
Once your trademark application is approved, our attorneys complete all the formalities necessary to obtain the registration certificate in Croatia. 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 Croatia.
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How can I protect my trademark in Croatia?
Can my trademark be filed immediately and the Power of Attorney (POA) submitted later?
How long does it take for a trademark to be registered in Croatia?
Do I need to provide a Power of Attorney?
Do I need to use my trademark in Croatia before applying for registration?
No, you don't need to use your trademark before applying for registration. You can register it based on your intention to use it in the future.
What rights do you gain by having a registered trademark in Croatia?
Yes. By registering a trademark, you gain the following rights:
If I register my trademark in Croatia, will it be protected in other countries?
No, registering a trademark in Croatia only provides protection within Croatia itself.
Does the European Union Trademark registration cover Croatia?
Yes, a European Union Trademark is valid in Croatia.
What are the reasons for opposing a Trademark Application in Croatia?
Trademark applications can be challenged based on:
Can a registration in Croatia be canceled?
Yes, you can cancel a registration for the following reasons:
What advantages are there to using a trademark in Croatia before officially registering it?
Yes. Using the trademark before filing allows the applicant to:
What rights do I have if I register a trademark in Croatia?
In Croatia, trademark rights are granted on a "first to file" basis, meaning you must register your trademark to obtain legal protection.
Who is eligible to challenge my trademark registration in Croatia?
Individuals or entities with a previously registered trademark, as well as those who have been granted a license to use such a trademark, have the right to contest your trademark registration.
What are the steps involved in the trademark application process in Croatia after filing?
The application process includes the following steps:
What types of trademarks are not eligible for registration in Croatia?
Applicants cannot register the following types of trademarks:
What actions are necessary to meet the usage requirement for a registered mark in Croatia?
To meet the use requirement, you need to use the trademark within 5 years of its registration date or from the last time it was used, ensuring there is no gap longer than 5 years between uses. The trademark must be used in Croatia, and the necessary amount of use is …
How long is a registered trademark valid for in Croatia once it has been approved?
In this area, a registered trademark remains valid for a period of ten years.
What is the duration of the opposition period in Croatia?
The opposition period is 3 months long, beginning on the date the application is published and ending three months later.
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