In Taiwan the legal basis is the Trademark Act. Trademark protection is obtained by registration.

Trademark registration: Requirements

A trademark application has to be filed before the Trademark Office by a local agent. A non-notarized power of attorney is sufficient. Foreign applicants do not need a domestic company registration.
NOTE: 1 class covers 20 class items. For each additional class item beyond the 20th item for each class there is an extra fee. Based on the exact amount of class items, we will confirm the cost.

Trademark registration: Procedure

The application process includes a formal examination, an examination of distinctiveness and a search for prior trademarks. It takes approximately 10-12 months from first filing to registration. Before registration the trademark application is published in the official gazette. The opposition period is 3 months from publication date of the application.

Trademark registration: Duration

A trademark registration in Taiwan is valid for 10 years and starts with registration date. The registration is renewable for periods of 10 years.

Trademark registration: Methods

NATIONAL REGISTRATION: If you just want to register your Trademark in one country, it is sufficient to apply for a national registration at the local trademark office.

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Duly note, if the trademark has not been used within 3 years from issue of the registration certificate or has not been used later for a continuous period of 3 years, it may be subject to cancellation.