Why Trademark Registration Matters
Legal Protection for Your Brand
A registered trademark provides exclusive rights to use the mark in EU for the goods or services covered.
Prevent Brand Conflicts
Without trademark protection, other parties may register or use similar marks in different countries.
Support Market Entry
Trademark registration helps businesses establish and protect their brand when operating in EU.
Build Long-Term Business Value
A registered trademark becomes an intangible asset that can be licensed, assigned, or commercially used.
What Are Trademark Services?
Offshore Company Corp assists clients throughout trademark registration process.
Trademark Availability Search
Preliminary search to assess potential conflicts with existing registrations across EU.
Trademark Filing
Preparation and submission of the trademark application to the EUIPO in Alicante, Spain.
Application Monitoring
Tracking the progress of the application and handling updates during examination.
Trademark Registration Certificate
Support until the official trademark registration certificate is issued.
Trademark Renewal
In the EU, trademarks are valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely for additional 10-year periods.
Trademark Registration Process
The typical trademark registration process includes the following steps:
01
Trademark Search
Assess feasibility and identify potential risks in 27 member states in EU
02
Application Preparation
Classify goods/services under the Nice Classification and select the required two languages for filing.
03
Official Filing
Submit the application directly to the EUIPO.
04
Formal Examination by UPSTO
EUIPO reviews the mark for distinctiveness and compliance with EU regulations.
05
Publication
The mark is published in the EUTM Bulletin, triggering a 3-month opposition period for third parties.
06
Registration Certificate
If no successful oppositions are filed, the trademark is officially registered.
Trademark Search
Trademark Search
Assess feasibility and identify potential risks in 27 member states in EU
Application Preparation
Application Preparation
Classify goods/services under the Nice Classification and select the required two languages for filing.
Official Filing
Official Filing
Submit the application directly to the EUIPO.
Formal Examination by UPSTO
Formal Examination by UPSTO
EUIPO reviews the mark for distinctiveness and compliance with EU regulations.
Publication
Publication
The mark is published in the EUTM Bulletin, triggering a 3-month opposition period for third parties.
Registration Certificate
Registration Certificate
If no successful oppositions are filed, the trademark is officially registered.
* Timeline: Typically up tp 6 months for applications with no oppositions.
Why Trademark Matters for Business Growth
Trademark protection is important when a business plans to:
- Legal Protection Across Markets
- Prevent Brand Conflicts
- Support Global Expansion
- Build Long-Term Business Value
A registered trademark helps businesses protect and grow their brand globally over the long term.
How It Works
Strategy Advisory
Define trademark strategy based on target markets and business goals.
Availability Search
Conduct trademark search to assess registration feasibility.
Application Filing
Prepare and submit the trademark application.
Examination Monitoring
Track examination progress and handle official communications.
Certificate Issuance & Protection Advisory
Receive registration certificate and guidance on post-registration protection.
Where Can You Register Your Trademark?
Important Notes
Key considerations regarding the territorial scope of trademark protection, registration timing, and future expansion as the business grows.
