Why is it necessary to register your trademark with a trademark registration agent accredited by the Ministry of Economy?

To ensure that the request is entered in the correct manner As there are many factors that are hidden from you, an experienced agent gives you advice regarding the installation of the sign and the level of protection for each shape or structure. The Ministry of Economy issues a bulletin with the accepted trademarks twice a month, which may exceed 3000 trademarks. The agent monitors any published mark that may be similar or identical to your trademark and inform you of that. Hiring a specialized trademark registration office may cost you more, but it will definitely save you a lot. A specialized and reliable agent must have practiced the profession for a minimum of 10 years, which is the term of protection of the mark as well as to ensure that it will continue to watch your trademark for the next ten years.

When I can use the trademark, do I have to wait for the completion of the registration process?

The use of the mark is something completely different from the registration procedure, as the registration is only to protect the mark from the use of others. The use of the trademark before registration is a legitimate thing if the mark is yours and not related to any other mark, and if its use does not constitute an infringement of the rights of others.

Should the trademark be registered?

No, it is not mandatory. Registration is to guarantee your rights and to prove the ownership of this trademark, otherwise, not registering the trademark may expose it to be misused, or be registered by someone under his name, which would prevent you from using it in the future.

How to register my trademark internationally?

There is no specialized governmental or quasi-governmental office, body or agency in which an international trademark registration application can be filed. However, you can file one application for registration in the European Union, as for the rest of the world, a single application is filed for each country separately, and this is by contacting us or any trademark registration agent.

Is it possible to register a mark under a name of a person, not a name of a company?

Yes, it is possible, according to the law of the United Arab Emirates, the applicant must attach a proof of owning a 100% trade activity, or to be partner in a trade activity, here he must attach a non-objection letter from the remaining partners in the license certified by a notary.

There is a trademark in Brazil, and I would like to register it under my name in the UAE, can I do that?

Yes, you can, and the trademark registration could be approved, and the owner of the mark in Brazil has the right to object to the registration application during the opposition period, and he is also entitled to apply for cancellation of the trademark even after registration and within 5 years.

If I have a car trade company and want to register a trademark in the third category, which is perfumes and cosmetics, is that possible?

Yes, it is possible. In registration there is no condition in which the company’s activity should be match the products and services of the trademark, as the registration of the trademark is not a permission to engage in an activity.

The Cost of Patent Examination in Egypt

Patents are a crucial tool for safeguarding creativity and enabling inventors to profit from their innovations.

They grant a limited term of exclusive rights to the assignee or inventor, enabling them to bar unauthorized production, use, or sale of their innovation.

In many nations, acquiring a patent entails having the invention examined by a patent office to make sure it satisfies legal requirements for innovation, non-obviousness, and usefulness.

The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research determines how much a patent examination will cost in Egypt. The ministry has declared its intention to raise the official fee for carrying out a patent examination from EGP 17,000 to EGP 25,000. In February, the judgment was made public in the official gazette on 22, 2023, and became effective immediately.

The impact of this cost hike on Egyptian enterprises and innovators seeking patent protection might be enormous. It could be more challenging for innovators, especially small and medium-sized businesses, to get patents and safeguard their intellectual property due to the greater expenses. College and high school students are not required to pay these fees, it should be mentioned.

The price of acquiring a patent in Egypt, as well as any modifications to that price, should be understood by businesses and inventors. In order to navigate the patent application process and ensure all essential fees and requirements are completed, it might be beneficial to get legal counsel and assistance from patent attorneys or agents. Unknown factors may have contributed to Egypt’s decision to raise the costs associated with the patent examination.

Yet, it is normal for nations to reevaluate and modify their patent fees on a regular basis in reaction to changes in the market or to pay for the expenses of running the patent system.

In conclusion, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research’s recent decision to raise the fees for patent examination in Egypt emphasizes the significance of staying current with modifications to the laws and policies governing patents in the nations where inventors seek to obtain patent protection. Although some firms and inventors may face difficulties as a result of the fee rise, exemptions for college and high school students show that the value of creativity and the significance of encouraging the following generation of innovators are recognized. Contacting a lawyer with expertise in this field may be helpful if you have any queries or worries concerning patent examination in Egypt.

Published On: February 27th, 2023 / Categories: News /

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