Checklist

It's important to plan ahead because trade mark applications can be refused, in which case no refunds are given.

Most applications fail either because someone else got there first, or because the mark was not distinctive.

It seems like you have everything you need to submit your trade mark application.
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Please remember: If you're not sure about what mark to select, what products to claim or whether or not your trade mark conflicts with another trade mark, you should seek professional advice.

Page last updated 22-09-2017

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Are you sure this is the correct mark for you?	Yes No I want to check yes no check
A trade mark is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely. Try to position yourself in the future and think whether your trade mark will still be a correct representation of your brand after 10 years or more. Be aware that once you have filed your mark you cannot make alterations to it.
Does it fit into your overall IP portfolio strategy?	yes no check

Can it be represented clearly and objectively?	Yes No I want to check yes no check
Is it distinctive but not descriptive?	yes no check
Have you checked that the mark or a similar one already exists?	yes no check

Have you made a list of the goods you want to sell and/or the services you want to offer?	Yes No I want to check yes no check
Have you checked which category of the Nice Classification they belong in?	yes no check

You will have to provide us with accurate details of the proprietor of the mark. Do you have this information?	Yes No I want to check yes no check
Do you need a representative?	yes no check

Checklist

Your strategy

European Union trade mark

Goods and services

Ownership