Additional Services in Romania
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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 for the trademark office in Romania?
The website for Romania's trademark office is: https://www.osim.ro/
What are the reasons for opposing a trademark application in Romania?
A trademark application can be opposed for the following reasons:
- It clashes with an existing company name
- It clashes with someone's personal name
- It clashes with a registered design
- It clashes with existing trade names
- It is registered under the name of an agent or representative
- It clashes with …
What types of trademarks can be registered in Romania?
Trademarks that can be visually represented and provide unique characteristics to a product or service are eligible for registration. These include:
- Names
- Sounds
- Words
- Holograms
- Slogans
- Devices
- 3D Shapes
Is the "Nice Classification" system used in Romania?
Yes, Romania uses the Nice Classification system. You don't need to submit multiple applications to cover different classes of goods or services; a single application is enough.
Is the European Union Trade Mark valid in Romania?
Yes, the Community Trademark, now called the European Union Trade Mark, is valid in Romania.
Is Romania part of the Madrid System for international trademark registration?
Yes, Romania is part of the international agreements known as the Madrid Protocol and the Madrid Agreement.
What are the advantages of using a trademark in Romania before officially filing it?
Yes. Using a trademark before filing can offer advantages:
- It can help prevent rejection by the State Office for Inventions and Trademarks (OSIM).
- It can show that the trademark has gained distinctiveness.
- It can help counter challenges claiming the trademark is not distinctive.
Can I legally use my trademark in Romania even if it hasn't been registered yet?
Yes, you can legally use trademarks that haven't been registered yet for your goods and services.
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