In order to file a trademark in Chile, this must be registered before the National Institute of Intellectual Property (INAPI). It is the state agency responsible for the application of the intellectual property protection laws.
What is a trademark in Chile?
A trademark in Chile is a sign that serves to identify products or services in the market. A trademark in Chile can be composed of numbers, figures, letters, images or mixture of these.
There are also some restrictions on what can be considered applicable. You can get in touch with us and we can help you with the restrictions and we can proceed with a search free of charge.
How to file a trademark in Chile?
To file a trademark in Chile can be done on-line, by post or personally; the form must must contain at least the following:
- Documents required:
A. Complete name and address of the applicant(s);
B. Particulars of a mark
C. Class/es in which the trademark application is to be filed
D. Photo file of the trademark, detailed and accurate labeling of the product or service to be trademarked. - Power of Attorney: signed by the applicant or an authorized officer of the applicant company.
- Sworn translation of documents into Spanish: our in-house translators can assist you.
Check out how to file a trademark in Argentina.
How is the process of filing a Trademark in Chile?
- Previous Search: Applicants must verify that their distinctive sign is available to follow the application process. You can get in touch with us and we can help you with the restrictions and we can proceed with a search free of charge. Click here to initiate the search
- Submission of Application: Registering a trademark in Chile grants the holder the exclusive right of use in the market and prevents third parties from using it without their authorization.
- Preliminary Examination: The applicants need to pass the INAPI will review for any errors and missing information to be completed. The applicant may correct or submit further documentation within a period of 30 days if necessary.
- Publication: After the application and required documents are reviewed and approved, it is then published in the Official Gazette. The application will be published in this Bulletin for 20 days, during which oppositions can be made against it.
- Formal examination: If there are no opposition claims, INAPI will provide a final resolution that will approve the trademark.
Extra Information regarding Trademarks in Chile
Priority Document:
The original priority document translated into Spanish must be submitted to the Chilean Trademark office within 90 days from the date filing.
Validity term:
The processing time from the first filing to registration is approximately 12 months in the case of a smooth registration procedure. The validity term of a trademark in Chile is 10 years from registration. Trademark registration renewal may be requested during the validity term or within 6 months after expiry.
Opposition and Appeal:
During the publication stage it is possible to make objections the opposition period is 30 labor days from publication date of the application.
Representation by a Intellectual Property Agent
Please note that a general power of attorney is admitted and we can use it to file any number of applications on behalf of the same client
Goytia & Associates has local offices in Argentina and in key cities of the world to ensure the best quality of IP service. Our extensive coverage of +120 countries enables our clients to effectively manage multiple filings and cases through one centralized agent.
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