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Trademark transfer process and fees

A trademark is a sign that distinguishes an enterprise's products from other people's products. The enterprise itself enjoys exclusive rights and can also be transferred to others for use. So, how is the trademark transfer process regulated? Today I have compiled the following content to answer your questions, and I hope it will be helpful to you.

1. Trademark transfer process The trademark transfer process includes: application → acceptance → review → announcement → issuance of transfer certificate. To apply for trademark transfer, you must use the unified application form developed and published by the State Administration for Industry and Commerce. The application form can be obtained from the Registration Hall of the Trademark Office. It can also be downloaded online. If a trademark agency is entrusted to handle the matter, it will be provided by the agency. To apply for trademark transfer, the following documents must be submitted to the Trademark Office: 1. A "Trademark Transfer Authorization" with the official seal of the transferee; 2. An "Application for Trademark Transfer", which should be stamped with the names of the applicant and the transferee. 3. If applying for transfer, relevant supporting documents should also be submitted 4. A copy of the transferee's "Business License"; 5. If the application document is in a foreign language, the signature of the applicant or the agency organization should also be provided Confirmed Chinese translation 6. Pay trademark transfer application fees as required;

2. Trademark transfer fees generally include two parts: 1. Trademark transfer acceptance fee: The fee for applying to transfer a trademark is 1,000 yuan. The acceptance fee is paid directly to the National Trademark Office, and the National Trademark Office charges an official fee of 1,000 yuan; 2. Trademark transfer agency fee: If you entrust an agency, you need to pay a certain agency fee.

3. Time required for trademark transfer 1. The "Approved Trademark Transfer Certificate" can be received six to eight months from the date of establishment of the application. This certificate must be used together with the original Trademark Registration Certificate. 2. The Trademark Office will issue a "Certificate of Approval of Transfer of Registered Trademark" within fifteen days after receiving the transfer application. 3. The date marked on the "Certificate of Approval of Transfer of Registered Trademark" is the effective date of transfer registration.

IV. Legal provisions on trademark transfer The trademark transfer process shall be governed by Articles 42 and 43 of the Trademark Law. Article 42 When transferring a registered trademark, the transferor and the transferee shall sign a transfer agreement and submit applications to the Trademark Office at the same time. The transferee shall ensure the quality of the goods using the registered trademark. 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. Article 43 A trademark registrant may authorize others to use its registered trademark by signing a trademark license contract. The licensor shall supervise the quality of the goods used by the licensee using its registered trademark. The licensee shall ensure the quality of the goods using the registered trademark. If the registered trademark of another person is used with permission, the name of the licensee and the place of origin of the goods must be marked on the goods using the registered trademark.