Discover the risks and dangers of failing to register a trademark to understand the value and importance of trademark registration for your brand.
The Risks of Not Registering a Trademark
Serbia Trademark Registration
Protect Your Brand in Serbia 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 Serbia, 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 Serbia 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 Serbia. 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 Serbia.
- 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
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 Serbia?
Yes. If you filed your trademark in another country within the last 6 months, you can claim priority in Serbia based on that earlier filing.
How long does it take for a trademark to be registered in Serbia?
Typically, if there are no oppositions or objections, trademark registration in Serbia takes about 6 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.
What are the steps involved in the trademark application process in Serbia after filing?
The application process follows these steps:
Examination includes checking:
- Formal requirements
- Classification accuracy
- Clarity of the application
- Descriptiveness of the mark
- Distinctiveness of the mark
- Potential to deceive
- Conflicts with existing registrations
- Functionality issues
- Generic nature
Publication of …
What actions are necessary to meet the usage requirement for a trademark in Serbia?
To keep a trademark active, it must be used within five years from either the date it was registered or the last time it was used.
How many trademark applications should I submit in Serbia?
The number of applications you should file depends on your mark's features, your budget, and the level of protection you want in Serbia.
If your trademark includes unique text and design elements (like graphics or logos) and you want both protected, we suggest filing two trademark applications: one for the …
What rights do I have if I register a trademark in Serbia?
To gain rights to a trademark in Serbia, you must register it first. Serbia operates on a 'first to file' basis.
What rights do you gain by registering a trademark in Serbia?
Registering a trademark grants the following rights:
- Exclusive use of the trademark
- Ability to cancel later conflicting registrations
- Right to sue for infringement if others use a confusingly similar trademark
- Permission to license the trademark to others
- Authority to request customs to seize counterfeit imports
- Right to claim damages …
How long does the opposition period last in Serbia?
The opposition period is currently unavailable.
Is it necessary to use my trademark in Serbia before applying for registration?
No, you don't need to use your trademark before applying for registration.
What are the reasons for which a registration can be canceled in Serbia?
Registration can be canceled for the following reasons:
- Conflicting proprietary rights or an earlier registration
- The mark is descriptive
- The mark lacks distinctiveness
- The mark is misleading, deceptive, or offensive
- The mark serves a functional purpose
- Copyright infringement
- Conflicts with well-known or famous marks
- Conflicts with protected symbols, flags, …
If I register my trademark in Serbia, will it be protected in other countries?
Registering your trademark in Serbia provides protection throughout the entire country.
How long is a trademark registration valid once it has been approved in Serbia?
The registration is valid for an initial period of 10 years.
Who is eligible to challenge my trademark application in Serbia?
Currently, there is no option for opposition.
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