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Intellectual property services
Trademarks
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Trademark services
Trademark registration
SIPRC provides integrated services for registering a trademark locally and internationally. The process begins with research and evaluation to ensure the uniqueness of the trademark and that it does not conflict with other registered TM, followed by overseeing all stages until the final certificate is issued.
Trademark renewal
SIPRC any ensures continued protection of trademark rights by following the renewal process in a timely manner, ensuring that legal rights are not disrupted.
Trademark protection
SIPRC provides comprehensive solutions to protect the brand from infringements and violations, whether digitally through Digital Brand Protection or in the field through the Investigation and Inspection Services.
Trademark licensing
SIPRC allows the possibility of granting the rights to use the trademark to other parties through strict legal contracts, which contributes to expanding the spread of the trademark.
Litigation services
SIPRC represents its partners before the judicial authorities in the event that trademarks are subject to any violations, while providing legal solutions to defend their rights.
Appeal services
If a trademark registration application is rejected, SIPRC provides appeal services, by analyzing the reasons for rejection and submitting the necessary amendments to increase the chances of acceptance.
Objection services
SIPRC provides services to object to the registration of similar or identical trademarks, to protect trademarks from any potential infringement, with the submission of official objections seeking to prevent the registration of these trademarks.
Mediation and Arbitration services
SIPRC provides alternative solutions for resolving trademark disputes through mediation and arbitration, allowing disputes to be resolved in a fast and efficient manner.
Trademark legal consulting
SIPRC provides customized legal consultations to protect the brand from violations and legal challenges.
Trademark value
Importance of Trademark registration
Forbidden Trademarks
Prohibited signs or logos in Trademarks
Non-distinctive signals such as general descriptions of products or services.
Signs that violate public order or public morals.
Official stamps and badges of countries or organizations.
Marks similar to famous marks even if they are not registered locally.
Pictures or names of others without the consent of their owners or their heirs.
Signs offensive to religion or similar to religious symbols.
Marks similar to previous registered TM may cause confusion or detract from the value of other products or services.
National emblems, flags or symbols of countries or organizations without prior permission.
Misleading geographic names that suggest an unreal source for the product or service.
Misleading statements that may mislead the public about the nature or source of the product.
Trademark registration requirements
To register a trademark, a set of necessary documents and papers must be provided:
Clear brand image.
Translate foreign phrases; explain their meaning and how to pronounce it.
Explaining the meaning of incomprehensible Arabic words
Prove the domain (.com) matches and provide a certificate of ownership if the mark includes it.
Documenting the date if the mark includes a Hijri or Gregorian date.
Certificate of filing if the mark was filed in another country within the last six months
Proof of academic degree if the mark indicates a specific academic degree
Approval of private names or logos with the submission of the consent of the right holder
Proof of identity for family names such as commercial register or national ID
Old registration certificate if the trademark has expired and the renewal period has passed
Registration
Trademark registration procedures
Comparison
The difference between Trademarks, Patents,
Copyrights, and Industrial Designs
Element
Trademarks
Patents
Copyrights
Industrial designs
Protected domain
اFor brand names, logos, and symbols that distinguish products and services.
اFor technical innovations and inventions
Creative works such as scripts, films, music, and software.
The external or decorative appearance of products
Duration of protection
Renewable every 10 years without limits
20 years from date of registration
Duration of the author's life + 50 or 70 years (depending on local laws)
Usually, 10-15 years with the possibility of renewal.
Requirements
The mark must be distinctive and not confusing to the consumer.
The invention must be new, useful, and industrially applicable.
The work must be original and innovative.
The design must be new and innovative.
Registration procedures
Submit an application including a description of the mark and commercial uses.
Submit a comprehensive application detailing the innovation.
In some countries registration is not required, but it provides stronger protection.
Submit an application that includes drawings or photos of the design.
International protection
Via the Madrid Protocol for the International Registration of Trademarks
via the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)
Through the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
via the Hauge designs treaty
Renewal
It can be renewed every 10 years without limits.
Annual fee required to maintain protection
No need to renew as long as the protection lasts for the specified period.
Requires application and renewal every 10-15 years depending on the country.
Advantages
Preventing the unlawful use of the trademark
Protection against illegal exploitation of the invention
Protection of the rights to copy, distribute, and publicly display works
Protection from unauthorized copying or commercial exploitation
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Frequently asked questions
How to register a trademark in Saudi Arabia?
The trademark is registered through the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property. We provide integrated services including uploading the required documents, paying the fees, and following up on the application until the final certificate is issued.
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What are the basic requirements for trademark registration?
Requirements include submitting a brand image, translation of foreign phrases if applicable, and official documents. We can assist you in preparing and submitting all of these documents to ensure your application is accepted.
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What are the requirements for registering trademarks?
The conditions include that the mark must be distinctive and non-descriptive, must not contain religious references or national slogans, must not be misleading to the public, or similar to famous marks.
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Can the trademark be renewed?
Yes, your trademark can be renewed every 10 years. We offer renewal follow-up services to ensure your trademark does not expire.
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How do I register a trademark that contains a (.com) domain?
A mark containing a (.com) domain can be registered by providing a certificate to prove that the domain name matches the applicant.
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How much does it cost to register a trademark?
The cost of registration varies by country and the number of categories in which the mark is registered. You can contact us for an accurate cost estimate.
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How long does it take to register a trademark?
The time required to register a trademark varies depending on the competent authority and the country you are in, but if incorrect or insufficient data is provided, it may take longer. We work to expedite the process by providing the correct data and attachments to the relevant authorities to ensure that the registration is completed in the shortest possible time.
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