Filing a trademark application in Uruguay follows a clear and structured process. The application must be submitted to the National Directorate of Industrial Property (DNPI), which oversees trademark registration in the country. To ensure a successful application, you’ll need to gather and submit specific documents that meet DNPI’s requirements. Below, we explain the essential steps and provide guidance on how to file your trademark correctly in Uruguay.
Required Documents for Filing
The documents required to file a trademark application in Chile are the following:
Application Form
Applicants must fill out a form provided by DNPI, which includes:
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The applicant’s full name, address, and nationality (individual or legal entity)
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The type of mark (word, figurative, combined, etc.)
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The goods and/or services the mark will apply to, classified according to the Nice Classification
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A representation of the trademark (if applicable)
The form can be completed and submitted online through INAPI’s digital platform
Power of Attorney
If the application is submitted by a representative, a Power of Attorney (POA) is required. While the POA does not need notarization or legalization, it must include:
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The name of the applicant
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The name of the authorized representative
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A clear statement of authorization to act on behalf of the applicant
A Spanish version or certified Spanish translation is required if the document is originally in another language.
Trademark Image or Logo (if applicable)
For figurative marks, logos, or stylized word marks, a high-quality image must be submitted. This image should reflect exactly what the applicant wants to register.
List of Goods and Services
Applicants must specify the products or services that the trademark will cover. These must be classified according to the Nice Classification system (International Classification of Goods and Services).
Each class requires a separate fee, so it’s important to define the classes strategically based on your business activity.
Priority Document (if applicable)
If the applicant is claiming priority based on a previous trademark filing in another country (under the Paris Convention), a certified copy of the original application must be submitted. The priority document must be presented within 90 days of filing in Chile.
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Step-by-Step: How to File a Trademark in Uruguay
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Prepare required documents (application form, POA, trademark image, priority document if any)
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Define goods/services under the appropriate Nice classes
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Submit the application online through INAPI
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Pay the government fees per class
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Wait for publication in the Chilean Official Gazette
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Handle any oppositions (within 30 business days of publication)
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Receive approval or rejection from INAPI
Do you need help in the process? Follow this step by step guide
Trademark Validity and Renewal in Uruguay
Once granted, a trademark in Uruguay remains valid for 10 years from the registration date. You can renew it indefinitely in successive 10-year periods. To maintain protection, you must submit the renewal request before the expiration date or within the designated grace period after it expires.
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.
Also, you may want to learn how to file a trademark in Chile.
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