To file a trademark in Nicaragua the application must be processed before the Intellectual Property Registry (RPI), as they are the authority responsible for managing intellectual property registration applications in Nicaragua.
What is a trademark in Nicaragua?
A trademark in Nicaragua is a protection over any sign able to distinguish the products or services of a business in respect of goods of other businesses. A trademark in Nicaragua has the right to exclusively use a trademark and protects your trademark against third-parties from using or copying the trademark. Multiclass applications are available in Nicaragua.
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How to file a trademark in Nicaragua?
To file a trademark in Nicaragua, the form must contain at least the following:
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- 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 Nicaragua.
How is the process of filing a Trademark in Nicaragua?
- 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.
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- Submission of Application: Once the trademark application is filled and sent out, the IP Registry of Nicaragua will review for any errors and missing information to be completed.
- 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.
- Opposition: Once the application is verified, it will be published before the Nicaraguan Intellectual Property Gazette. Third parties with interests will have 30 working days from the date of last publication to file an opposition and submit additional evidence. Such term can be extended one time only for an additional fifteen (15) business days by filing an extension request and paying the respective extension official fee prior to the expiration of the opposition term.
- Formal examination: Once the opposition period is finalized, the examiner determines whether the application fulfills all requirements, such as the name of the applicant, nationality, address, and correct goods or services classification.
- Review of the application and Trademark Certificate
FAQ
- How long does a Trademark Registration take? The average time for a Trademark in Nicaragua to be approved is about 6-8 months, 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 Nicaragua is 10 years from the date of application.
- Is Nicaragua a member of the Madrid System? No
- Is Nicaragua a member of the Parts Convention? Yes
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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