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The Risks of Not Registering a Trademark
Tunisia Trademark Registration
Protect Your Brand in Tunisia 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 Tunisia, 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 Tunisia 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
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 Tunisia?
Yes. If you filed your trademark in another country within the last 6 months, you can claim priority in Tunisia based on that earlier filing.
How long does it take for a trademark to be registered in Tunisia?
Typically, if there are no oppositions or objections, trademark registration in Tunisia takes about 14 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 Tunisia after it has been submitted?
The application process follows these steps: examination, publication, and registration.
Applications do not undergo examination procedures. The trademark is registered if there is no opposition.
The following details about the application are made public:
- Trademark
- Applicant's name
- Applicant's address
- Applicant's state or country of incorporation …
How long is a trademark valid once it has been registered in Tunisia?
The trademark registration is valid for 10 years starting from the date you apply.
What rights do I have if I register a trademark in the country of Tunisia?
To have rights to a trademark in Tunisia, you must register it. Tunisia operates on a 'first to file' basis.
If I register my trademark in Tunisia, will it be protected in other countries?
Registering your trademark in Tunisia only provides protection within Tunisia's borders.
Is it necessary to use my trademark in Tunisia before applying for registration?
You don't need to use your trademark or plan to use it before applying for registration.
What rights do you gain by registering a trademark in Tunisia?
Registering a trademark grants the following rights:
- Exclusive use of the trademark
- Ability to oppose later conflicting trademark applications
- Ability to cancel later conflicting trademark registrations
- Right to sue for trademark infringement
- Right to license the trademark to others
- Ability to request customs to seize counterfeit goods
- Right to …
What actions are necessary to meet the usage requirement for a trademark in Tunisia?
You need to use the trademark commercially in Tunisia within five years from the filing date.
Who is eligible to challenge my trademark application in Tunisia?
A person or entity with a pre-existing right can challenge a trademark application.
What is the duration of the opposition period in Tunisia?
The opposition period starts on the publication date and lasts for 60 days.
Can a registration in Tunisia be canceled?
Registration can be canceled for the following reasons:
- Ownership rights
- Famous or widely recognized mark
- Business names
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