Trade Marks Prosecution Factsheet: European Union and Ireland

Type of filings

Priority

Single or multi-class

Classification

Protection of goods and services

Term of initial registration

Renewals

• Due every 10 years, with a six-month grace period.
• Restoration is available in very limited circumstances.

Typical documentary requirements and formalities for key filings

• No Power of Attorney is required for filings.
• Simply signed scanned accompanying documents may be required where relevant to the particular type of filing to be made, for example the filing of an assignment or licence agreement.
• Priority-based applications (new filings only): a simple copy of the priority document in in one of the languages of the European Union issued by the relevant IPO.

Observations

• New applications are typically processed within four to nine months in smooth cases. If objections are raised or the trade mark is opposed, the registration process will take longer.
• Applications placed on the “fast track” for examination may register within five to six months in smooth cases.

Type of filings

Priority

Single or multi-class

Classification

Protection of goods and services

Term of initial registration

Renewals

• Due every 10 years, with a six-month grace period.
• Restoration is also possible, if filed within six months of the date of publication of the removal of the mark if, having regard to the circumstances, the Controller is satisfied that it is just to renew the registration.

Typical documentary requirements and formalities for key filings

• No Power of Attorney is required for filings.
• Original or certified accompanying documents are required in order to
  record an assignment or licence agreement.
• Priority-based applications (new filings only): a certified hard copy
  priority document in English issued by the relevant IPO.

Observations

New applications are typically processed within six to nine months in smooth cases. If objections are raised or the trade mark is opposed, the registration process will take longer.