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The Risks of Not Registering a Trademark
Taiwan Trademark Registration
Protect Your Brand in Taiwan 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 Taiwan, 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 Taiwan 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 Taiwan. 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 Taiwan.
- 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
If I previously filed my trademark in another country, can I claim priority in Taiwan?
Yes. If you filed your trademark in another country within the last 6 months, you can claim priority in Taiwan 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 Taiwan 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 Taiwan?
Typically, if there are no oppositions or objections, trademark registration in Taiwan takes about 12 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.
Should I register my trademark in the local language characters in Taiwan?
Yes, to ensure wider and stronger protection in Taiwan, it's advisable to register your trademark in local characters.
If you only register your trademark in its original form (Latin characters), it might not fully protect its equivalent in the local language. This could allow others to use or register the …
Can a registration in Taiwan be canceled?
Here are reasons why a registration might be canceled:
- There is an earlier registration that conflicts with it.
- The mark is considered generic.
- The mark is merely descriptive.
- The mark serves a functional purpose.
- The mark lacks distinctiveness.
- It violates copyright laws.
- The mark is misleading, deceptive, or disparaging. …
If I register my trademark in Taiwan, will it be protected in other countries?
Registering your trademark in Taiwan only provides protection within Taiwan.
What are the steps involved in the trademark application process in Taiwan after filing?
The application process follows these steps:
- formal requirements
- classification
- clarity
- descriptiveness
- distinctiveness
- deceptiveness
- conflicts with existing registrations
- trademark
- applicant's name
- applicant's address
- applicant's state or country of incorporation
- applicant's citizenship …
What is the duration of the opposition period in Taiwan?
The opposition period starts on the registration date and lasts for three months.
How long is a trademark valid once it has been registered in Taiwan?
The trademark registration is valid for an initial period of 10 years.
What actions are necessary to meet the usage requirement for a trademark in Taiwan?
You need to use the trademark within three years from the date it was registered.
The usage can be minimal, but it must take place in Taiwan.
How many trademark applications should I submit in Taiwan?
The number of applications you should file depends on your trademark's features, your budget, and the level of protection you want in Taiwan.
If your trademark includes unique text and design elements, and you want both protected, we suggest filing two trademark applications: one for the text (as a "Word …
Do I need to use my trademark in Taiwan before applying for registration?
No, you don't need to use the trademark or plan to use it before applying for registration.
Who is eligible to challenge my trademark application in Taiwan?
Any person has the right to challenge a trademark application.
Does registering a trademark in Taiwan provide me with any legal rights?
To own a trademark in Taiwan, you must register it. It's a good idea to register your trademark there because Taiwan operates on a first-to-file basis.
What rights do you gain by registering a trademark in Taiwan?
Registering a trademark grants the following rights:
- exclusive use of the trademark
- ability to license the trademark to others
- authority to request customs to seize counterfeit imports
- right to oppose later conflicting trademark applications
- ability to cancel later conflicting trademark registrations
- right to sue for infringement if others use …
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