As foreign companies increasingly feel the hugeness of the Chinese market, more and more foreign brands are actively exploring the Chinese market. They operate by setting up companies in the country or authorizing domestic agents. Foreign trademark power of attorney There are more and more cases, so what should I do if the foreign trademark power of attorney is notarized and certified abroad?
Instructions on the Notarization and Certification of Overseas Evidence in the Trademark Review Rules
More and more foreign companies are handling trademark-related matters in China, involving trademark application, review, authorization and other aspects. The foreign documents or evidence involved must undergo notarization and authentication procedures. The specific description is as follows:
Article 43 of the Trademark Review and Adjudication Regulations: The documentary evidence provided by the parties to the Trademark Review and Adjudication Board was formed outside the territory of the People’s Republic of China, or in Hong Kong, Macao, or Taiwan. , if the other party has doubts about the authenticity of the evidence and has corresponding evidence to support it, or if the Trademark Review and Adjudication Board deems it necessary, it shall go through the corresponding notarization and certification procedures in accordance with relevant regulations.
The notarization and certification process for a foreign trademark power of attorney:
First it is notarized by a local foreign notary, then sent to the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs for certification, and finally sent to the Chinese consulate for certification.