There are a multitude of small, medium and large Indian businesses that have expanded to other countries for growth. While the goal of international growth is sublime, it is important that you as a business leader keep a tab on legalities of starting a business in other countries. The Trademark registration done for India in India will be valid only across India. If you wish to market your products across global markets, then you need to ensure your Trademark is valid for use in that particular foreign market too.
We at India Trademark Watch provide global trademark registration across the world. A trademark registration in India and use of the trademark in a country where the application is moved will help in getting a global registration. We work with our global associates to help you get the Global registration and iron out any hurdles you may have.
Trademark registrations are country specific, and separate applications need to be filed in each country where you desire to register your trademark. If you have a plan to market your products or services in any country, it is prudent to ensure that you register your trademarks in those countries. You face the risk of litigation and even losing the opportunity to operate your brand in a country where you have not registered your mark.
Benefits of global trademark registration :
Registering a trademark in each country where you intend to sell your products accord the company an exclusive right to operate that trademark in those countries.
This not only helps you build a foundation to stop counterfeiters but also ensures that the company enjoys exclusive rights over what may be one of its most valuable business assets.
Registering a trademark globally also provides the opportunity to license the trademark to others and reap the benefits of the popularity of your products and brand. Brand owners should see this as a huge benefit over the small cost it may incur to register your important trademarks
What is a single Application under Madrid Protocol?
The fee for global registrations will be provided on request as the fee for each country or region is different.
India is a part of The Madrid system for the international registration of trademarks which provides one single and cost-effective procedure for the registration of a mark in several territories. There are over 100 countries which are covered under the Madrid protocol. It is important to have a trademark registration in your home country to enable you to register under Madrid protocol. The Madrid system while allowing a single application for several member countries by choosing office of origin as India, the registration will be paid for each country. Once the applications are filed with India trademark authority, the marks are examined by each designated member country where registration is sought and then proceeds to registration. An international trademark registration under Madrid protocol is however dependent on the corresponding Indian application. If you wish to obtain registration in a country which is not a member of the Madrid protocol, a separate national trademark application has to be filed directly in the respective country.
Advantages of filing an International Application under Madrid protocol
Lower costs compared to individual foreign filings
Managing renewals, change in address, change in ownership is easier and more cost-effective
Additional countries may be designated at a later stage
If you are a multinational company with businesses in countries other than India or if you are a company who has a long-term goal of expanding to other countries then we highly recommend you to opt for Global Trademark Registration fromIndia Trademark Watch. We also offer services like India Trade Watch, Global Trademark Watch, Competitor watch, social media watch and more.
Our service is hassle free and affordable. What’s more, our team of trademark specialists works round the clock to ensure everything is in order. So allow India Trademark Watch to enable and empower your successful endeavors towards your future business goals without worrying about Trademark issues. Contact us today!
