How to file a Trademark in Israel?

What is a trademark in Israel?

In Israel, a trademark is a letter, digit, word, image, symbol, or a combination thereof, which is used by manufacturers or service providers in order to identify their goods and services to consumers. The registration of the mark confers upon its owner the exclusive use of the mark in relation to the products or services for which it is registered; it also serves to protect the public against deception regarding the origin of the goods/services in question.

Israel has been a member state of the Madrid Protocol since 2010, so it is easier to expand your trademark application internationally. A trademark in Israel has the right to exclusively use a trademark and protects your trademark against third-parties from using or copying the trademark. 

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How to file a trademark in Israel?

To file a trademark in Israel can be done personally; the form must contain at least the following:

Note: A trademark application in Israel must be filed in Hebrew. Filing in a foreign language with a late submission of Hebrew translation is not possible.

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• TM information

1. Name of the trademark (if it is a design or combination of word + design, we need the corresponding specimens)
2. Complete name and address of the applicant and state/country of incorporation.
3. 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 Israel. 

How is the process of filing a Trademark in Israel?

1. Previous Search: Applicants must verify that their distinctive sign is available to follow the application process. 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. Click here to initiate the search.
2. Submission of Application: After completing the trademark search and ensuring the availability of your distinctive sign, you can proceed with the submission of your trademark application to the Israel Patent Office (IPO). The application will be reviewed for completeness and accuracy.
   
3. Examination: The examination procedure begins with the filing of a trademark application form. They will verify that the application complies with all the formal requirements.
   
4. Opposition:  During the opposition period, which lasts approximately three months, third parties who believe they have legitimate interests may file oppositions against the trademark registration. They can also submit additional evidence to support their opposition.
   
5. Formal examination:  If the trademark application passes the examination stage, it will be published in the Israel Trademarks Gazette. This publication serves as notice to the public. Interested third parties will have a specified period to file oppositions to the trademark registration, typically within three months from the date of publication.
   
6. Review of the application and Trademark Certificate: The Israel Patent Office (IPO) will review the application to ensure it meets all the necessary legal requirements and does not conflict with existing trademarks. If the application is approved, the IPO will issue a trademark registration certificate, granting the applicant exclusive rights to use the trademark in Israel for the specified goods or services.

FAQ

• How long does a Trademark Registration take? The average time for a Trademark in Israel to be approved is about  2 to 3 years 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 Israel is 10 years from the date of application.
• Is Israel a member of the Madrid System? Yes.
• Is Israel a member of the Paris Convention? Yes.