BRAND REGISTRATION
BRAND REGISTRATION
Secure the exclusive rights to your brand with our Trademark Registration service.
Investment:
– $599 USD
(Includes $48 USD VAT)
Upon registering your trademark, you are granted the exclusive right to use it for the products/services you offer for a period of 10 years, renewable indefinitely in equal periods.
The service price covers all legal expenses, fees, and VAT. The process takes approximately 3-6 months, depending on whether there are any objections that need to be addressed.
By choosing our services, you’ll benefit from comprehensive legal support throughout the entire process, eliminating any concerns on your part.
We’ll schedule a 1:1 meeting to discuss your brand and provide a detailed explanation of the registration process. Our team will evaluate your brand’s registrability, conduct a trademark search, and deliver a document outlining the search results and the best strategy to proceed with brand protection.
Additionally, our services include responding to any form or substance objections issued by the Industrial Property Registry and defending your brand if faced with opposition from a third party.
We’ll keep you informed at every stage of the process, ensuring you’re aware of its progress.
Package includes:
– Legal analysis of trademark registration viability.
– Trademark search to identify any similar or identical existing registrations.
– 20-minute 1:1 meeting to define the best strategy for trademark application.
– Document with analysis results and recommended strategy.
– Filing of the application and monitoring of the entire process.
– Response to any substantive objections issued by the Industrial Property Registry.
– Publication in the Gazette.
– Defense of the brand in case of opposition by a third party.
– Regular updates during the process.
– Official fees and stamps for trademark registration in 1 class.
This service is for you if:
– You understand the importance of your brand to your business.
– You want to become the owner of your brand.
– You aim to protect your brand to prevent copying.
– You want to secure the investment you’ve made in your brand.
– You want to enhance and differentiate your brand in the market.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
What is a trademark?
A trademark is a distinctive sign whose primary function is to identify and differentiate a product or service from those of competitors. It serves as a communication vehicle with consumers in terms of quality, prestige, and guarantee. Your trademark is one of the most important intangible assets of your business.
What do the classes mean?
Trademarks are registered based on the type of product or service offered to consumers. The International Classification, called the Nice Classification, groups all types of products and services into “categories” or classes.
Why is it important to register your trademark?
Your trademark is one of the most crucial intangible assets of your business. Until it’s registered, it doesn’t truly belong to you. Once registered, you gain exclusive rights to use it for 10 years, renewable indefinitely. This ensures you become the rightful owner of your brand.
By registering your trademark, you can prevent others from copying or using very similar marks that may cause confusion among consumers. Additionally, having a registered trademark allows you to license its use and even create franchises, opening up new revenue streams.
Displaying the ® symbol enhances the perceived value of your brand, signaling to consumers that you take the protection of your business seriously. As an intangible asset, you can also transfer (sell) it to a third party, making it a valuable property like a vehicle or real estate.
How does the trademark registration process work?
The registration process involves several stages, outlined below:
1. Preliminary Analysis: Evaluate if the brand complies with legal requirements and conduct a search for existing registrations.
2. Application: File the trademark application based on your instructions.
3. Evaluation by the Industrial Property Registry:The registry assesses the form and substance of the mark, which takes about 10-15 business days.
4. Publication in the Gazette: After approval, the trademark is published in the Gazette within 7-10 business days.
5. Opposition Period: A 2-month window is provided for third parties to oppose the registration.
6. Finalization: If there are no oppositions, the registry confirms the absence of opposition and proceeds with registration, issuing the certificate about 10-15 days after the opposition period ends.
Should I register my trademark if I’m just starting out?
Yes, this is the ideal time to do so. Ensuring the availability and legal eligibility of your brand before investing in designs, advertising, and permits is crucial. Registering your trademark before establishing or continuing your brand in the market is essential to make it truly yours.
How long does the process take?
The process typically takes between 4 to 6 months, depending on whether there are objections that need to be addressed.
If I register my trademark, does it mean it will be protected worldwide?
No, registering your trademark in Costa Rica provides protection within the national territory. If your business has a presence in countries other than Costa Rica, you need to register the trademark in each country where you want protection. Contact us for assistance with this process.
Do I need to be registered with the Tax Authority (Hacienda) or the Social Security Fund (CCSS) to register my trademark?
No, it’s not a necessary requirement for this process.