Trademark registration in Argentina

According to the data of the World Intellectual Property Organization, Argentina is among the leaders in the number of registered property rights on trademarks and logos. Filing of the application shall be carried out by the citizen of Argentina permanently residing in the territory of the state.

For foreign citizens, it is necessary to apply for Law&Trust. The employees have extensive experience in registration and filing of documents for registration of trademark in Argentina.

Procedure of registering trademark in Argentina

The trademark is being registered in Argentina for the period of 10 years with the right of subsequent renewal. In case of positive decision, the period for legislative registration may reach 18 months. In order to start the procedure, the following package of documents should be prepared:

  • Filled in registration form indicating full name or company name, description of the brand and identifiers;
  • Documents in electronic form confirming the data specified in the form (registration documents, passport and graphic images of TM);
  • Check on electronic payment or bank payment order.

Argentina: Stages of trademark registration

  1. During the first 3 months, the Industrial Property Institute conducts formal examination of the submitted data and verifies their reliability.
  2. Then there should be publication of trademark in the Bulletin of Trademarks.
  3. The applications on protesting the registration of the right of ownership and from other market participants are accepted after the date of publication and within 30 days.
  4. Next, the examination proceedings is conducted, during which the uniqueness of the trademark and its compliance with the country's legislation shall be verified.
  5. After the positive results of verification, the certificate of registration is issued for 10 years.

Reasons for refusal of registering TM in Argentina

The Institute of Industrial Property may refuse to the applicant during the process of registration for the following reasons:

1. Names, words and signs have high degree of similarity with already registered brands;
2. Violation of legislation, ethical and moral aspects;
3. Graphic images or words of the trademark mislead the consumer about quality, form and purpose of the proposed product or service;
4. Words or images reserved by the state are used in whole or in part in the trademark;
5. There is no originality;
6. Personal data or name of natural person who has not consented to use his data are applied during the registration.

The lawyers of the Law & Trust international company will promptly and qualitatively help with collection and execution of documents and will provide support at all stages of registration.

The cost of trademark registration in the Argentina

The data is relevant for today 29.11.2024 - 01:25

Country Comprehensive review Registration service Registration certificate Total
Registration of trademark in Argentina
First class, Word mark OR Logo
75.00 USD
Additional class, Word mark OR Logo
65.00 USD
First class, Word mark AND Logo:
No data
Additional class, Word mark AND Logo
No data
First class, Word mark OR Logo
554.00 USD
Additional class, Word mark OR Logo
511.00 USD
First class, Word mark AND Logo
No data
Additional class, Word mark AND Logo
No data
First class, Word mark OR Logo
246.00 USD
Additional class, Word mark OR Logo
246.00 USD
First class, Word mark AND Logo
No data
Additional class, Word mark AND Logo
No data
First class, Word mark OR Logo875.00 USD
Additional class, Word mark OR Logo822.00 USD
First class, Word mark AND Logo0.00 USD
Additional class, Word mark AND Logo0.00 USD
Comprehensive review
First class, Word mark OR LogoAdditional class, Word mark OR Logo
75.00 USD65.00 USD
Registration Request
First class, Word mark OR LogoAdditional class, Word mark OR Logo
554.00 USD511.00 USD
Registration Certificate
First class, Word mark OR LogoAdditional class, Word mark OR Logo
246.00 USD246.00 USD
Total
First class, Word mark OR LogoAdditional class, Word mark OR Logo
875 USD822 USD
Comprehensive review
First class, Word mark AND LogoAdditional class, Word mark AND Logo
No dataNo data
Registration Request
First class, Word mark AND LogoAdditional class, Word mark AND Logo
No dataNo data
Registration Certificate
First class, Word mark AND LogoAdditional class, Word mark AND Logo
No dataNo data
Total
First class, Word mark AND LogoAdditional class, Word mark AND Logo
0 USD0 USD

PHASES OF WORK

Step 1
Free Consultation *
During the free consultation, our experts will assist you in selecting the most optimal class under the ICGS
Step 2
Preliminary Check
Our lawyers will carry out an expert assessment of the emblem/logo/TM, ensuring it complies with the necessary requirements and the degree of resemblance between your trademark and already registered TM
Step 3
Payment
You can agree with us on the most convenient payment method
Step 6
Obtaining a Certificate
On request, the certificate of registration can be delivered to you via courier service
Step 5
Registration
The registrar reviews the application and attached documents; the procedure can be done without the client necessarily being present
Step 4
Submission of Documents
After completing a power of attorney, our specialists collect and prepare the necessary documents (including statement of use) and submit the application for trademark registration

Intellectual property law practice in figures

16
years in business
180
countries for registration of TM
3956
clients
448
registered TM and patents

Our clients on trademark registration