Last Updated on September 11, 2024 by Elidge Staff
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TRADE MARKS, CERTIFICATION AND COLLECTIVE MARKS FEES
If you’re looking to register trade marks or certification/collective mark in Namibia, it’s important to be aware of the fees involved. Here’s a breakdown of the fees for various applications and requests related to trade marks, certification and collective marks in Namibia:
How Much Does It Cost To Register Trade marks?
TM01A Application Fee for mark in one class: N$1000.00
TM01B Application Fee for mark in each additional class: N$480.00
TM002 Fee for claiming priority: N$200.00
TM003 Fee for corrections to application before filing date: N$50.00
TM004 Request to amend application for registration: N$50.00
TM005 Application for the withdrawal of a trade mark registration application: N$200.00
TM006 Fees for changes during examination as to form or substance: N$200.00
TM007 Request for grounds of refusal: N$200.00
TM008 Notice of opposition to trade mark registration: N$200.00
TM009 Counter-statement: N$200.00
TM010 Registration and publication fees: N$500.00
TM011 Certificate of registration: N$100.00
TM12A Request for renewal for first class: N$300.00
TM12B Request for renewal for each subsequent class: N$240.00
TM013 Renewal certificate: N$100.00
TM14A Application for restoration of registration for first class: N$1000.00
TM14B Application for restoration of registration for each subsequent class: N$160.00
TM015 Notice of opposition to restoration of the trade mark registration: N$200.00
TM16A Application to alter or amend a registered trade mark for first class: N$200.00
TM16B Application to alter or amend a registered trade mark for each subsequent class: N$160.00
TM017 Notice of opposition to amendment: N$200.00
TM018 Request to alter, amend or revise register: N$200.00
TM019 Notification of change in ownership: N$240.00
TM020 Request to change name and address of registered user of a trade mark: N$50.00
TM021 Revision of the class or classes in which a trade mark is registered: N$200.00
TM022 Application for dissolution of association of associated marks: N$100.00
TM023 Recording of voluntary licence: N$200.00
TM024 Cancellation/variation of voluntary licence: N$100.00
TM025 Application for registration as registered user: N$200.00
TM026 Cancellation/variation of registration as registered user: N$100.00
TM027 Application offering to surrender of trade mark registration: N$100.00
TM028 Objection to surrender of trade mark registration: N$200.00
TM029 Application for removal of trade mark on grounds of non-use: N$300.00
TM030 Application to enter disclaimer, endorsement or removal: N$200.00
TM031 Objection to removal of registration, endorsement or disclaimer: N$200.00
TM032 Application for invalidation of trade mark registration: N$200.00
TM033 Notice of invalidation to Registrar: N$100.00
TM034 Notice of changes of rules or regulations of certification/collective mark: N$200.00
TM035 Notice of objection to proposal of amendment of classification: N$200.00
It is important to note that these fees are subject to change, so it is always a good idea to check with the Business and Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA) for the updated fees.
The fees for registering trade marks, certification and collective marks in Namibia can add up quickly. It is important to budget accordingly and be aware of the fees for each item. Additionally, it is important to consider the benefits of registering your mark, such as protection from infringement and the ability to enforce your rights.
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