1. Formal review: after submitting the application, give the application number and the time to confirm the application. At this stage, check whether the application uses the prescribed form and specifies the category of goods and services. The examiner searches whether the trademark is the same as the previous trademark in appearance and pronunciation; In addition, it will also examine whether the names of goods and services are classified according to international standards, and if the classification is wrong, it needs to apply again.
2. substantive examination: according to the law, examine whether the trademark can be registered, for example, whether it is significant. If the examiner thinks that the trademark is not suitable for registration, he will issue a notice of rejection. The applicant can give a reply within the specified time. The applicant may also apply for an extension of the reply time.
3. Announcement: After the trademark has passed the examination, notify the applicant that the trademark application has been accepted and publish it in the trademark announcement. Anyone can raise objections, state reasons and submit relevant evidence within the four-month notice period.
4. Registration approval: a trademark that can be registered after an objection ruling, or a trademark that has been announced without objection, shall be registered and issued with a registration certificate. The whole application process is smooth (if there are no rejections, objections, etc.). ) It takes about 8- 10 months. The trademark is valid for 10 year from the date of application. 10 is valid until the trademark can be renewed.