Additional Services in Moldova
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Trademark Registration
Register your trademark to establish and secure your business identity.
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Applications are handled by experienced local Trademark Attorneys to ensure that all legal requirements are met.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the website address for the national trademark office in Moldova?
You can visit the national office online at these web addresses: https://www.agepi.md or https://www.agepi.gov.md
What kinds of trademarks can be registered in Moldova?
- Names
- Words
- Logos
- Color combinations
- Certain 3D shapes
- Slogans
- Holograms
- Sounds
- Trade dress or packaging
- Scents
- Famous marks
- Group marks
- Service marks
- Certification marks
Can someone challenge a Trademark Application in Moldova?
Opposition to a trademark application can be based on the following reasons:
- The mark lacks distinctiveness
- There is an earlier conflicting registration
- The mark describes the type, quality, quantity, or other characteristics of the goods or services
- The mark serves a functional purpose
- The mark is misleading, deceptive, or offensive …
Is Moldova part of the Madrid System?
Moldova is part of the Madrid Protocol and the Madrid Agreement, allowing it to be included in international trademark applications.
What advantages are there to using a trademark in Moldova before officially filing it?
Using a trademark before filing can help establish priority if a dispute with another party occurs.
What types of trademarks cannot be registered in Moldova?
- Generic terms
- Marks that go against moral standards or public order
- Names, flags, or symbols of countries, regions, or international organizations
- Marks that mainly serve as names of geographic locations
- Trademarks that are not distinctive unless they have gained distinctiveness over time
Is the European Trademark applicable in Moldova?
The Community Trademark, now referred to as the European Trademark, does not apply in Moldova.
Is it legal to use my trademark in Moldova even if it hasn't been registered yet?
Owners can legally use a trademark that hasn't been registered for any goods or services.
Is the Nice Classification System used in the country of Moldova?
Yes, Moldova utilizes the Nice Classification System.
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