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The Risks of Not Registering a Trademark
Morocco Trademark Registration
Protect Your Brand in Morocco 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 Morocco, 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 Morocco 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
If I previously filed my trademark in another country, can I claim priority in Morocco?
Yes. If you filed your trademark in another country within the last 6 months, you can claim priority in Morocco 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 Morocco 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 Morocco?
Typically, if there are no oppositions or objections, trademark registration in Morocco takes about 10 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 Morocco, will it be protected in other countries?
No, registering your trademark in Morocco only protects it within Moroccan borders.
What are the steps involved in the trademark application process in Morocco after it has been submitted?
The process for a trademark application in Morocco includes the following steps:
Examination – Applications are reviewed for:
- Meeting all requirements
- Correct classification of goods/services
- Non-descriptiveness
- Graphical representation capability
- Non-deceptiveness
- No conflict with existing registrations
Publication – Details of the trademark application …
What actions are necessary to fulfill the usage requirement in Morocco?
To meet the requirement, the owner must actively use the mark in business within this area. The mark should not go unused for more than 5 years at a time.
Can a registration be revoked in Morocco?
You can cancel a registration for the following reasons:
- Ownership rights
- Marks that are descriptive
- Marks that lack distinctiveness
- Marks that are misleading, deceptive, or offensive
- Marks that are functional
- Copyright infringement
- Conflicts with a well-known mark
- Use of protected symbols, emblems, or flags
- Conflicts with trade names that …
What rights does a trademark owner gain by registering their trademark in Morocco?
Yes. Registering a trademark grants the owner the following rights:
- Exclusive right to use the trademark
- Ability to oppose conflicting trademark applications
- Right to request cancellation of conflicting trademark registrations
- Right to sue for trademark infringement
- Right to seek damages from infringers
- Right to license the trademark to others …
How long is a trademark valid in Morocco once it has been registered?
In Morocco, once your trademark is registered, it remains valid for 10 years from the application date.
Who is eligible to challenge my trademark registration in Morocco?
Individuals or entities with a prior claim to the trademark can challenge the registration.
What rights do I have if I register a trademark in Morocco?
In Morocco, you must register your trademark to obtain legal rights as the owner.
Do I need to use my trademark in Morocco before applying for registration?
No, you don't need to use the trademark or plan to use it before you apply for registration.
What is the duration of the opposition period in Morocco?
The opposition period begins on the date the application is published in the Trademark Gazette and lasts for 60 days.
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