It takes about 12 to 14 months for Shanwaishan to submit its registration. The general process and time limit for trademark registration are as follows:

1. It takes about 3 months to submit the application and formally review it.

2. The substantive examination of the trademark takes about 4-6 months.

3. Initial announcement of the trademark, about 3 months.

4. The registration certificate is issued for about 1 month.