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A country notice in my international file arrived without translation. What should be checked?
First identify the relevant file, the notice’s subject and its action details. The country file, application sample and relevant register information are checked together. An action in one country should not be assumed to have the same result elsewhere; local requirements are assessed separately.
The local-language goods description appears narrower than our international list. What should we check?
Compare the original list with the accepted wording in the relevant country file. The country file, application sample and relevant register information are checked together. An action in one country should not be assumed to have the same result elsewhere; local requirements are assessed separately.
The same trademark has different numbers in my foreign files. How should I distinguish them?
Match international registration and local file numbers with their countries. The country file, application sample and relevant register information are checked together. An action in one country should not be assumed to have the same result elsewhere; local requirements are assessed separately.
Blog
- International Design Applications and the Hague SystemWe outline the general logic of the Hague System and the European Union options for protecting a design in other countries. Conditions and fees differ by country and by file, so check current official sources.
- How to File an International Patent Application? The PCT System and Priority RightThe PCT is a system that makes it easier to seek patent protection in several countries through a single international application. This article explains the logic of a PCT filing, the priority right and the points to watch.
- International trademarks: planning Madrid and EU routesStart your international trademark plan with markets and products. Choose a filing route alongside country research.