How long is a trademark registration valid and how can it be renewed?
January 20, 2024 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Robert Lehmann
Dear lawyer,
some time ago I successfully registered my brand and now I am unsure how long the registration is valid for and how I can renew it. I have invested a lot of time, money, and effort into developing my brand and I want to ensure that it remains protected.
My brand is an important part of my business and I want to avoid it expiring without my knowledge. Therefore, it would be very helpful for me to know how long the registration is valid for, whether there is an automatic renewal, or if I need to take active steps to renew it.
I am concerned that I may miss important deadlines and leave my brand unprotected as a result. Therefore, it is very important for me to understand what steps I need to take to renew the registration of my brand and how much time I have to do so.
Could you please explain to me in detail how long a brand registration is valid for and what steps I need to take to renew it? Are there specific deadlines I need to adhere to, and what are the consequences if I miss these deadlines?
Thank you in advance for your assistance.
Sincerely,
Emil Zellmann
Dear Mr. Zellmann,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the validity and extension of your trademark registration. It is understandable that you are concerned about protecting your brand and want to ensure that it remains protected. I will be happy to explain to you in detail how long a trademark registration is valid and what steps you need to take to extend it.
In general, a trademark registration is valid for a period of ten years. After this period expires, you have the option to renew your trademark registration to protect it again. Renewal typically occurs every ten years.
There is no automatic renewal of your trademark registration. You must take active steps to renew your trademark. To renew your trademark, you need to submit an application for renewal and pay the corresponding fees. It is important that you apply for renewal in a timely manner to ensure that your trademark remains continuously protected.
There are specific deadlines that you must meet to renew your trademark registration. Typically, you must submit the renewal application at least six months before the expiration of the ten-year protection period. If you miss this deadline, it could result in your trademark becoming invalid and losing its protection.
Therefore, it is crucial to keep track of the deadlines for renewing your trademark registration and take the necessary steps in a timely manner. Missing the deadlines can have serious consequences, such as losing protection for your brand and allowing others to use your trademark.
I recommend that you start addressing the issue of renewing your trademark registration early and take the necessary steps in a timely manner to ensure the protection of your brand.
I hope I have been able to answer your questions thoroughly and I am available to provide further information if needed.
Best regards,
Robert Lehmann
Trademark Attorney
