Additional Services in Kazakhstan
Discover how our services help protect and strengthen your brand in Kazakhstan.
Trademark Registration
Register your trademark to establish and secure your business identity.
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Renew your trademark to maintain uninterrupted protection for your brand.
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Attorneys
Applications are handled by experienced local Trademark Attorneys to ensure that all legal requirements are met.
Communications
A dedicated Account Manager will act as your point of contact for all communications.
Tracking
You can use our admin panel to track and review the current status of any service you have requested.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Nice Classification System used in Kazakhstan?
Yes, Kazakhstan utilizes the Nice Classification System.
What advantages can be gained from using a trademark in Kazakhstan before officially filing for its registration?
Using a trademark before filing can:
- show that it has gained distinctiveness
- assist in countering objections to an application due to lack of distinctiveness
Keep in mind that a trademark is protected only after it is registered.
Can I legally use my trademark in Kazakhstan if it hasn't been registered yet?
You can legally use a trademark for your goods or services even if it hasn't been registered yet.
Is Kazakhstan part of the Madrid System?
Kazakhstan is a member of both the Madrid Protocol and the Madrid Agreement.
What kinds of trademarks can be registered in Kazakhstan?
- Names
- Words
- Colors
- Certain 3D shapes
- Sounds
- Slogans
- Logos
- Trade dress/appearance
- Famous marks
- Group marks
- Service marks
What types of trademarks cannot be registered in Kazakhstan?
- Marks that go against moral standards or public order
- Generic terms or words
- Names, flags, or symbols of countries, regions, or international organizations
- Marks that lack distinctiveness
- Marks that mainly serve as:
- Surnames
- Names
- Pseudonyms and their variations
- Portraits
- Exact copies of personal non-material rights …
What is the website for the national trademark office of Kazakhstan?
You can find the national office online at: https://www.kazpatent.kz.
Can someone challenge a trademark application in Kazakhstan?
Opposition to a trademark application can be based on the following reasons:
- Violation of copyright
- Ownership rights
- Existing trade names
- The mark is too descriptive
- The mark is too generic
- The mark is misleading, offensive, or deceptive
- The mark lacks distinctiveness
- Famous or well-known mark
- Existing registered design rights
- Application …
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