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Completing Form No TM 17: Registered User Application
Do you want to learn more about the Registered User Application? If you are looking to become a registered user of a trade mark in Namibia, you will need to complete Form No. TM 17. In this post, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to complete the form correctly. We will also provide you with additional information and links to external sources to help you better understand the process.
Step-by-Step Guide to complete the Registered User Application form
- Provide Trademark
Details In the first section of the form, you will need to provide details about the trade mark, including the registration number and the class(es) it is registered in. You will also need to indicate the goods or services that the trade mark covers. - Identify the Registered User
You will need to identify the proposed registered user of the trade mark by providing their name and address. - Specify Conditions and Restrictions
If there are any conditions or restrictions on the proposed use of the trade mark, you will need to specify them in this section of the form. - Indicate the Permitted Use
You will need to indicate whether the proposed permitted use of the trade mark will be limited to a specific period or whether it will be without limit. - Provide an Address for Service
You will need to provide an address for service for the proposed registered user. - Submit Required Documents
Along with the form, you will need to submit evidence that the proposed user is authorized to use the trade mark by the registered owner of the trade mark. You will also need to pay the required fees. - Sign the Form
Once you have completed all the required sections and attached the required documents, you will need to sign the form.
Additional Information
It is important to note that the registered user does not become the owner of the trade mark. Rather, they are granted a license to use the trade mark for the specified goods or services.
Completing Form No. TM 17 to become a registered user of a trade mark in Namibia can be a straightforward process if you follow the steps outlined above. It is important to provide all the required information and documents to avoid delays in the registration process. If you have any further questions, you can consult the Trade Marks Act, 1973 or seek the advice of a legal professional.
For more information, please refer to the website of BIPA.
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