To file a trademark in Iran, the application must be processed through the Iranian Intellectual Property Center, which is the authority responsible for overseeing intellectual property registration applications in Iran.
What is a trademark in Iran?
In Iran, a trademark identifies and distinguishes industrial, commercial, or agricultural products through designs, images, words, expressions, seals, covers, and similar elements. Businesses use trademarks as a form of intellectual property to protect their brand identity and ensure market recognition.
Since joining the Madrid Protocol in 2003, Iran has made it easier for trademark owners to expand their registrations internationally. A registered trademark in Iran grants its owner the exclusive right to use it and prevents third parties from using or copying it without permission.
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How to file a trademark in Iran?
To file a trademark in Iran can be done personally; the form must contain at least the following:
Note: A trademark application in Iran must be filed in Persian (Farsi). Filing in a foreign language with a late submission of Persian translation is not possible.
Our in-house translators can assist you.
- TM information
- Name of the trademark (if it is a design or combination of word + design, we need the corresponding specimens)
- Complete name and address of the applicant and state/country of incorporation.
- Power of Attorney: signed by the applicant or an authorized officer of the applicant company; the signature must be notarized by a Notary Public and Apostille.
Also, you may need to file a patent in the United Arab Emirates.
How is the process of filing a Trademark in Iran?
- Previous Search: First, applicants must verify their distinctive sign’s availability before applying. Although some restrictions apply, you can contact us for assistance and a free trademark search. Click here to initiate the search.
- Submission of Application: After confirming availability, submit your trademark application to the Iranian Intellectual Property Center (IIPC). Then, the application will undergo a preliminary review to check for any errors or missing information.
- Examination: Next, the examination process begins with filing the trademark application form. The office will verify that the application meets all formal requirements.
- Opposition: During the opposition period, which typically lasts a few months, third parties with legitimate interests may file oppositions and submit supporting evidence. This period is key to resolving any disputes.
- Formal Examination: After the opposition period ends, the examiner verifies that all requirements are met, including the applicant’s name, nationality, address, and correct classification of goods or services.
- Review and Certificate: Finally, upon successful completion of these stages, the Iranian Intellectual Property Center will issue a Conclusive Examination Report and a Resolution granting trademark registration. You may have a deadline to pay the final registration fee, after which the Certificate of Registration will be issued, confirming your exclusive rights to use the trademark in Iran.
FAQ
- How long does a Trademark Registration take? The average time for a Trademark in Iran to be approved is about 18 to 24 months from the registration date if there are no objections or oppositions.
- How long does the right to a Trademark last? The term of the right of your trademark in Iran is 10 years from the date of application.
- Is Iran a member of the Madrid System? Yes
- Is Iran a member of the Paris Convention? Yes
Representation by an 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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This content may suffer modifications due to updates in the official regulations of Iran.
