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Slovakia Trademark Registration

Protect Your Brand in Slovakia Through a Simple Process Backed by Certified Local Attorneys

Simple steps to register your trademark

In Slovakia, there are two ways to protect your trademark: register a European Union Trademark, which covers all 27 member states, or register directly with the Industrial Property Office.

STEP 1

Comprehensive Trademark Study

Before filing your trademark in Slovakia, 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
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STEP 2

Trademark Application Filing

Specialized attorneys will file your trademark application in Slovakia 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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STEP 3

Trademark Registration Certificate

Once your trademark application is approved, our attorneys complete all the formalities necessary to obtain the registration certificate in Slovakia. 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 Slovakia.

  • Process Handled by Experienced Trademark Attorneys
  • Delivery of Registration Certificate & Report
  • Monitoring & Notification of Important Dates
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Frequently Asked Questions

If I register my trademark in Slovakia, will it be protected in other countries?

No, registering your trademark in Slovakia only protects it within Slovakia's borders.

Do I have to sign a Power of Attorney?

Yes, signing a Power of Attorney is necessary to finish the application process.

What actions are necessary to meet the usage requirement?

Once your registration is approved, you need to use the trademark within 5 years. The usage should be significant enough to be considered commercial and must take place in Slovakia.

How long is a registered trademark valid for once it has been approved?

Once your trademark is registered, it will remain valid for 10 years from the date you applied.

Is it necessary to use my trademark before applying for registration?

No, you don't need to use the trademark before applying for registration.

What is the duration of the opposition period?

  • National registration – The opposition period begins on the publication date and lasts for three months from that date.
  • International registration – The opposition period starts on the first day of the month following the publication date and continues for three months from that day.

    • What rights do I have if I register a trademark in Slovakia?

    To obtain rights, you must register a trademark.

    Who is eligible to challenge my trademark registration?

    An opposition to your trademark registration can be filed by someone who owns an earlier right or by a licensee.

    Can a registration be revoked?

    Yes, you can cancel a registration for the following reasons:

    • Ownership rights
    • Mark is descriptive
    • Mark lacks distinctiveness
    • Mark is misleading, disparaging, or deceptive
    • Mark is functional
    • Copyright infringement
    • Conflicts with a well-known mark
    • Uses a protected flag, symbol, or emblem
    • Conflicts with a registered design
    • Conflicts with a famous personal name
    • Mark is generic
    • Uses a geographical indication
    • Violates moral principles or public order
    • Conflicts with a company name

    What are the steps involved in the trademark application process in Slovakia after it has been submitted?

    The process for trademark application in Slovakia includes the following steps:

  • Examination – The application undergoes a review for:
    • Classification
    • Formality
    • Deceptiveness
    • Descriptiveness
    • Distinctiveness
    • Conflicts with existing registrations
    • Adherence to moral principles and public order
    • Conflicts with flags, symbols, or names of states, nations, regions, or international organizations
    • Conflicts with coats of arms or emblems
    • Conflicts with religious symbols
  • Publication – Key details about the application are made available online and in print, allowing third parties to file opposition if necessary. This includes:
    • The mark
    • Applicant’s name and address
    • Application number and date
    • Goods/services covered
    • Priority claim information
    • Trademark representation
    • Attorney, representative, or agent details
  • Registration – The trademark is registered once any opposition issues are resolved.

    • Can you claim priority for a trademark application in Slovakia?

    Yes, you can claim priority in Slovakia. Your original filing date will be accepted as the filing date in Slovakia if:

    • Your home country is a member of the Paris Convention
    • You file in Slovakia within 6 months of your original filing date
    • Your home country is a member of the WTO (World Trade Organization)
    • You can designate Slovakia in your international registration

    What rights do you gain by registering a trademark?

    By registering a trademark, you gain the following rights:

    • The exclusive right to use the trademark
    • The ability to oppose any later applications that conflict with your trademark
    • The right to challenge any later registrations that conflict with your trademark
    • The right to take legal action against anyone using a very similar trademark
    • The right to seek compensation from those infringing on your trademark
    • The right to request the seizure of counterfeit goods being imported

    What is the typical duration for trademark registration approval?

    Typically, it takes about 10 months to get a trademark registered, assuming there are no objections or challenges.

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