Croatia

          • Trademark Law of the Republic of Croatia , effective as of January 1, 2004, last amendment effective as of May 7, 2011.
          • Trademark Rules, effective since November 14, 2007, last amendment effective as of October 10, 2013.

Trademark registration classification:

Nice Classification

Requirements:

  • Details of the trademark owner (name, address, registration number).
  • Design of the trademark in JPEG format in case of a graphical trademark (not required for word mark).
  • A list of the goods and/or services in accordance with the international classification.
  • A signed Power of Attorney is sufficient for the accomplishment of a trademark registration in Croatia, without legalization or notarization. POA must be filed within 60 days upon receipt of the official invitation from the Croatian IP Office.
  • A priority document, if priority is claimed.

Procedure:

  • A trademark application has to be filed before the Croation State Intellectual Property Office (CSIPO) by a local agent.
  • The application process includes a formal examination, an examination of distinctiveness and on other absolute grounds.
  • After a formal examination at the CISPO, your trademark will be published to allow third parties to oppose.The opposition period in Croatia is 3 months after publication.
  • If no oppositions arise and your trademark is formally approved, you can expect registration within 9 to 12 months.

Duration and Renewal: A trademark registration in Croatia is valid for 10 years and starts with registration date. The registration is renewable for periods of 10 years.

 

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