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Registration of trademarks in Mexico

If you plan to be engaged in financial activities in Mexico and use your trademark there - it should be mandatorily registered. There is a procedure for registering trademark in Mexico that is relatively complex. Registration is also possible according to the system of the Madrid Protocol.

The foregoing has become possible in 2012, when Mexico joined the international trademark system. By registering trademark through this system, it is possible to ensure its inviolability in other states, those that also signed the Madrid Protocol.

Information regarding the process of registering a brand name in Mexico

In order to register trademark in Mexico, first of all it is necessary to be created in accordance with rules and provisions. Make sure it is original and prepare the final version. After that, the specialists will undertake the registration process, namely:

• At the first stage an application is submitted to the national office. It is considered and requires approval. The application is approved and submitted to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).

• Trademark examination is conducted in the WIPO. Compliance with international standards is verified. The trademark is registered in the international registry, after which the publication is made in the special Bulletin. In case of successful registration, a registration certificate is issued.

• In accordance with internal legislation, the Office of Mexico carries out its examination. The foregoing process takes from 12 to 18 months. In the event that the Office of Mexico agrees to protect the trademark, it informs the WIPO of a positive decision and the WIPO officially notifies you of successful registration in Mexico.

Registration of trademark in Mexico is valid for 10 years. And it can be subsequently renewed.

Cost of trademark registration in Mexico

Registration of trademark in Mexico can cost differently. In comparison with many countries, the cost is not so expensive there, and it all depends on the type of registration. The number of classes of activities which are required to be registered is also important. You can clarify the cost of procedure after the first consultation with our lawyers.

If you need to register trademark in Mexico - contact the lawyers of Law&Trust. We will release you from the need to deal with this complicated procedure, and we will not make mistakes and carry out registration as quickly as possible.