Trademark combination application refers to applying for multiple trademarks at the same time in one application. These trademarks can be related or belong to the same trademark family. A trademark combination application allows multiple trademarks to be placed in the same application document, sharing some information and fees, but each trademark is still considered an independent application. If the combination trademark application is approved, each mark will receive a separate trademark registration.

Separate applications are to submit each trademark separately as an independent application. Each trademark requires filling out an independent application form, paying an independent application fee, and undergoing independent review and processing. The main advantage of separate applications is that the application and registration process for each trademark can be more flexibly managed, and review and correction matters for each trademark can be handled independently.

Difference:

Management and fees: Trademark combination application can put multiple trademarks in the same application document and share some information and fees, which is relatively more convenient manage. Separate applications require separate administration and fees for each trademark.

Examination and registration: There is no essential difference in the examination and registration process between combined trademark applications and separate applications. Each mark will be independently reviewed and evaluated against its individual registrability criteria.

Independence: Each trademark in a trademark combination application is still considered an independent application and has independent registration validity. Separate applications process each trademark as a separate application and obtain trademark registration independently.

Choosing whether to apply for a trademark combination or separately depends on the specific circumstances and strategy. Trademark combination applications are suitable for trademarks that are related or belong to the same trademark family, and can enjoy some information and fees. Separate applications are suitable for situations where you want to be more flexible and handle each trademark independently. During the trademark registration process, it is recommended to consult a professional trademark agent or intellectual property lawyer to choose the appropriate application method according to the specific situation.