France is a highly developed capitalist country and one of the four largest economies in Europe. Its citizens have a high standard of living and a good social security system. France is one of the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council and one of the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council. A founding member of the EU and NATO, a member of the Schengen Convention and the G8, and one of the continent's major political entities.

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Time for French trademark registration

1. The registration period for French trademarks is: 10 years.

2. The official receipt of French trademark registration is: 1-2 working days.

3. The time required for French trademark registration is: 4-6 months.

4. French trademark registration and use regulations: the cancellation time for continuous non-use is 3 years.

French trademark registration search

Anyone can use the free search page of the French Government Intellectual Property Office at any time. Search for identical or similar registered French trademarks and prior applications.

If you want to entrust our company to conduct a comprehensive and professional search, we can also provide this service. The search report is made in writing, including whether there is indeed the same registered trademark and prior application in France, listing the similar trademarks searched, and providing a professional written report of our firm on whether the similar trademarks constitute or are confusingly similar. Opinion.

The significance of French trademark registration

1. The registration fee is low and fast: Compared with trademarks in other countries, the registration cost of French trademarks is low, and you can choose 3 categories at one time. The cycle is shorter, usually 4-6 months for the certificate.

2. Expand the international market: France is the gateway to the world for companies to go abroad. Especially for import and export trading companies, the sooner they expand the international market, the sooner they will benefit.

3. International brand packaging: French trademarks have a high reputation and can enhance brand premium, image and competitiveness.

4. Protect private brands: effectively protect the legitimate rights and interests of trademarks and prevent mainland brands from being maliciously registered or infringed in France.

Trademark use

If a registered trademark has not been used for five years after registration, it may be subject to cancellation.

Trademark applications or registered trademarks can be transferred, licensed, transferred, and the licensing contract does not require registration, but only registration can protect against third parties.

The registrant can choose whether to indicate the registered mark or words when using the registered trademark.