Trademark FAQs - related questions & answers

Question: Can a U.S. trademark owner file an international application directly at the International Bureau?

Answer:
No. The international application must be filed through the USPTO. The USPTO must certify that certain information in an international application based on a U.S. basic application.

Question: How long does it take to obtain a state registration?

Answer:
The application is filed the date it is received. It then goes through the examination process. An average of 5 to 10 business days can be expected.

Question: Is it possible to obtain a trademark registration covering more than one country?

Answer:
Several international agreements coordinate the procedure of filing applications for trademark registration in more than one country. A European Community Trade Mark protects a trademark in all of the member countries of the European Union.
 

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