Trademark Registration in Sudan
Trademark Application Process in Sudan:
- File your application at the Intellectual Property Office (Trademark Department).
- Submit a separate application for each class.
- Foreign applicants require a local agent.
- A notarized signed Power of Attorney is accepted for filing trademarks, designs, and renewals.
- Original documents must be filed within three months of the application date.
- A legalized copy of the commercial register is needed for new applications.
- Domestic registration is not required for foreign applicants.
- Note: The Registrar in Sudan may request a certified copy of your home trademark registration.
Trademark Examination and Registration Timeline:
- The application process involves formal examination, distinctiveness assessment, and a search for prior trademarks.
- Signs lacking distinctiveness during examination can be registered if they gain distinctiveness through use.
- The trademark filing typically takes 1 to 3 months, subject to documentation completion.
- The entire trademark registration process lasts 1 to 3 years.
- Your trademark application is published in the official gazette before registration.
Advantages of Trademark Registration:
1. Legal Protection: By registering your trademark, you gain the legal right to take action against anyone who uses your brand without your permission. This includes pursuing counterfeiters and unauthorized users, allowing you to safeguard your brand's integrity.
2. Use of the ® Symbol: After successful registration, you have the privilege to display the ® symbol next to your brand, indicating that it is a registered trademark. This serves as a warning to others not to use it without your consent.
3. Monetization Opportunities: Registered trademarks can be sold or licensed, providing you with the potential for additional revenue streams through brand partnerships and licensing agreements.
Trademark Registration Requirements:
To initiate the trademark registration process in Sudan, simply complete our user-friendly online form, which takes just 5 minutes. Once submitted, a Trademark Specialist will reach out to you within 24 hours to guide you through the registration procedure.
Trademark Registration Procedure:
Our experienced attorney will diligently file your trademark within 5 business days upon receiving all the necessary documents. This efficient process ensures that your trademark is protected promptly.
Trademark Registration Duration:
A registered trademark in Sudan remains valid for a period of 10 years, starting from the filing date. It's essential to keep track of the expiration date and renew your registration in a timely manner to maintain your legal protections.
Trademark Registration Pricing:
- Initial Trademark Registration: The price for the straightforward process of registering your trademark includes final registration fees, ensuring a hassle-free experience. However, please note that this price does not cover legal defenses in the event of oppositions or objections.
Optional Services and Fees (October 2023):
- Late Renewal within the 6-month grace period: $699
- Late Renewal after the 6-month grace period: $729
- Recording of an Assignment: $580 (The change of agent name and address is automatically recorded when providing a Power of Attorney for the relevant service at no extra cost.)
- Preparing and Lodging an Opposition Action before the Trademark Registrar: $1000 (Plus $20 USD for translation of supporting documents per page)
- Filing a Counter-Statement Action before the Trademark Registrar: $1000
These fees are designed to cover various services related to trademark registration and maintenance, ensuring that your intellectual property remains protected in Sudan. It's essential to consult with our trademark attorney to determine the specific services you may need and the associated costs for your unique trademark registration requirements in Sudan.
Trademark Opposition Period in Sudan:
For residents in Sudan, the opposition period is 6 months from the publication date of the application. For non-residents, it is 8 months from the publication date.