1. Applicant’s Information

• Full Name and Address: For individuals, this includes the applicant’s full name and residential address. For companies, the registered business name and official address are required.

• Nationality: Indicating the applicant’s country of origin is mandatory.
• Legal Representative (if applicable): If the application is filed by a representative, such as a trademark attorney, their information must be included.

2. Trademark Representation

• A clear representation of the trademark to be registered is required. This could be a logo, word, or a combination of both.

• If the mark includes non-standard elements, such as a three-dimensional shape or a color claim, these must be explicitly described.

3. Goods and Services Classification

• Applicants must specify the classes of goods or services under the Nice Classification system.

• Clear and accurate descriptions ensure the scope of protection matches the intended use of the trademark.

4. Priority Claim (if applicable)

• If you wish to claim priority based on an earlier application filed in another country under the Paris Convention, provide:
  • Details of the earlier application (filing date, application number, and country).
  • Certified copies of the priority documents (translated into Turkish if required).

5. Power of Attorney (if filing through a representative)

• A Power of Attorney (PoA) is required if the application is submitted by a trademark attorney or another representative.

• The PoA does not need to be notarized unless requested for specific cases.

6. Filing Fees

• Payment of the official filing fee is mandatory. The fees vary based on the number of classes selected and whether additional services are required, such as expedited processing.

7. Language Requirements

• The application must be submitted in Turkish. Any documents in another language must be accompanied by certified Turkish translations.

8. Applicant’s Signature

• The application form must be signed by the applicant or their authorized representative.

• Conduct a trademark search prior to filing to ensure your mark is unique and does not infringe on existing trademarks.

• Work with a trademark attorney to navigate the complexities of Turkish trademark law and ensure all documents are correctly prepared.

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• Exclusive Rights: Protection against unauthorized use of your mark in Turkey.
• Market Advantage: Legal protection enhances your market presence and credibility.
• Preventive Action: Enables you to take legal action against infringers.
• Interconnection with Other Systems: Easier extension of protection to other countries via the Madrid System.

1. Preliminary Trademark Search

2. Filing the Trademark Application

• Online: Through the TürkPatent’s official portal.
• In Person or via Post: By submitting the application form to TürkPatent.

• Applicant’s details (individual or company).
• A clear representation of the trademark.
• Classes of goods or services according to the Nice Classification.
• Power of Attorney (if filing through a representative).

3. Examination by TürkPatent

• Formal Examination: Ensures all required documents are in order.
• Substantive Examination: Verifies that the trademark complies with legal requirements and does not conflict with earlier marks.

4. Publication in the Trademark Bulletin

• Third parties can file an opposition if they believe the trademark infringes on their rights.
• If no opposition is filed, the application proceeds to registration.
• If opposition is filed, TürkPatent reviews the case and issues a decision.

5. Registration and Issuance of Certificate

• A trademark is valid for 10 years from the application date and can be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year periods.

1. Use Requirement:

• Trademarks must be used within 5 years of registration. Non-use without a valid reason may result in cancellation.

2. Multi-Class Applications:

• Turkey allows multi-class applications, making the process efficient for businesses offering diverse goods or services.

3. Language Requirement:

• Applications must be filed in Turkish. Non-Turkish documents must be accompanied by a certified Turkish translation.

4. Enforcement:

• Trademark owners can file infringement cases in Turkish courts and seek remedies such as injunctions and compensation.

• Filing Fees: Vary depending on the number of classes and whether you are filing online or via paper.
• Opposition Period: 2 months.
• Overall Timeline: On average, the process takes 8-12 months, assuming no oppositions or complications arise.

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• Using it as evidence of ownership before the Turkey Trademark Office during disputes
• Using it to demonstrate the mark’s distinctiveness
• Using it to dismiss disputes on the ground of non-distinctiveness

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• Words
• Slogans
• Names
• Holograms
• Trade dress
• Smell
• Shapes with 3 dimensions
• Colours
• Devices
• Sounds
• Motions

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• Lack of genuine use
• Incompatible with moral principles and public policy
• Use of geographical indication
• Generic mark or common terms
• Conflict with a personal name
• Conflict with registered designs
• Conflict with trade names
• Mark was registered under a representative’s name
• Use of protected flags, emblems or armorial bearing
• Conflict with a well-known or notorious mark
• Proprietary right
• Breach of copyright
• Descriptive, non-distinctive, functional, or misleading/disparaging/deceptive mark

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