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Formalities
| Registry
examines for minimum filing requirements (such as Application Form and
Statutory Declaration) and payment of prescribed fees. Allocates
filing date and number. |
Search &
Examination
| Registry
conducts search for identical or confusingly similar trade mark and
compliance with registration criteria. Issues objection for
non-compliance, if any.
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Acceptance &
Publication
| If
objection overcomed or no objection, trade mark will be accepted and
published in the government gazette for opposition purpose subject to
payment of prescribed fees.
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Opposition
| Any
third party may oppose the trade mark application by filing a notice of
opposition within the 2 month publication period. Applicant may respond
via counter statement.
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Registration
| If opposition resolved or no opposition, trade mark will be registered and certificate of registration issued. |