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How long does it take to transfer a trademark?

1. How long does it take to transfer a trademark?

1. The time it takes to transfer a trademark is 10 to 12 months. According to regulations, the process required for trademark transfer is to apply to the Trademark Office, and the Trademark Office will issue a written notice of approval or disapproval to the applicant. For transfers that are likely to cause confusion or have other adverse effects, the Trademark Office will not approve the transfer and will notify the applicant in writing and explain the reasons.

2. Legal basis: Article 42 of the "Trademark Law of the People's Republic of China"

When transferring a registered trademark, the transferor and the transferee shall sign a transfer agreement , and apply to the Trademark Office at the same time. The transferee shall ensure the quality of the goods using the registered trademark. When transferring a registered trademark, the trademark registrant shall transfer all similar trademarks registered on the same goods, or identical or similar trademarks registered on similar goods. For transfers that are likely to cause confusion or have other adverse effects, the Trademark Office will not approve the transfer and will notify the applicant in writing and explain the reasons. After the transfer of a registered trademark is approved, it will be announced. The assignee shall enjoy the exclusive right to use the trademark from the date of announcement.

2. What is the process for trademark transfer?

1. Determine the scope and status of the target trademark to be transferred;

2. Submit a trademark transfer application to the Trademark Office document. Transfer application documents include trademark transfer application, transferor and transferee's subject qualification certification materials, etc.; 3. Acceptance and review by the Trademark Office. The fourth step is to approve the transfer and announce it.