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Understanding Turkish Trademark Renewals
In Turkey, trademarks are initially registered for a period of ten years. Once this period expires, trademark owners must initiate the renewal process to maintain their exclusive rights over the mark. Failure to renew a trademark can result in its abandonment, leaving it vulnerable to unauthorized use by competitors.
Turkish Trademark Renewal Procedures
The process of renewing a Turkish trademark is well-defined but involves several critical steps:
- Early Preparation: It is advisable to begin the renewal process well in advance of the trademark’s expiration date, as applications submitted late may incur additional fees or risk rejection.
- Determine Eligibility: Before initiating the renewal process, ensure that your trademark is eligible for renewal. Trademarks that have not been used for a continuous period of five years or have been canceled due to non-use cannot be renewed.
- Required Documentation: The renewal application must include essential documents, such as a power of attorney (PoA) authorizing a trademark attorney to act on your behalf, a statement of use (if required), and the necessary official fees.
- Submission: Submit the complete renewal application and accompanying documents to the TURKPATENT.
- Review and Decision: The TURKPATENT will examine the application for compliance with all legal requirements. Once approved, the trademark’s renewal will be officially recorded.
- Publication: The renewal of the trademark will be published in the Official Trademark Bulletin, providing public notice of the renewal.
- Certificate Issuance: Following publication, the TURKPATENT will issue a new trademark registration certificate with an updated validity period.
Cost of Renewing Trademarks
Trademark renewals in Turkey are an important process for maintaining trademark protection. The key points are:
Trademark registrations in Turkey are valid for 10 years from the application date and can be renewed for unlimited additional 10-year periods.
To renew a trademark, the renewal request and payment of the renewal fee must be submitted within the 6-month period before the expiration date. If the renewal is not filed on time, there is a 6-month grace period to file the renewal with an additional late fee.
The official renewal fees for 2024 are 5,010 TL within the 6 months before expiry or 8,770 TL within the 6-month grace period after expiry. Renewal fees are the same regardless of the number of classes covered.
Partial renewal of a trademark registration for only some goods/services is possible but requires additional documentation. Failure to renew a trademark before the end of the grace period will result in the trademark rights being irrevocably terminated.
Trademark renewals are published in the Turkish Trademark Bulletin after being processed by the TURKPATENT. Overall, staying on top of trademark renewals is crucial in Turkey to maintain exclusive rights. Using online renewal services like IPriver can streamline the process.
What Happens if the Renewal Deadline is Passed?
If you miss the renewal deadline for your trademark in Turkey, the key points are:
- Trademark registrations in Turkey are valid for 10 years and must be renewed before the expiration date to maintain protection.
- The renewal request and payment of the renewal fee must be submitted within the 6-month period before the expiration date.
- If the renewal is not filed on time, there is a 6-month grace period after the expiration date to file the renewal, but an additional late fee must be paid. The late renewal fee for 2024 is 8,770 TL.
- If the trademark is not renewed before the end of the 6-month grace period, the trademark rights will be irrevocably terminated and the trademark will become unprotected.
- Failure to renew a trademark before the end of the grace period will result in the trademark rights being permanently lost. The trademark cannot be restored after this point.
So in summary, missing the renewal deadline will lead to the permanent loss of your trademark rights in Turkey unless you act quickly within the 6-month grace period and pay the late renewal fee. It’s crucial to stay on top of trademark renewals to maintain continuous protection.
Reach us for Turkish Trademark Renewals Services
Turkish trademark renewals are a critical aspect of intellectual property management that should not be overlooked. By adhering to the renewal procedures and seeking the services of a reputable trademark lawyer, businesses can ensure the longevity and protection of their valuable brands.
At Ata Patent Group, we understand the significance of trademarks in today’s dynamic business environment and stand ready to assist clients in their trademark renewal journey.
Contact us today to secure your brand’s legacy and maintain a competitive edge in the Turkish market.