Iraq

Basic Information

Multi Class filing is possible
Registration is granted for a period of 10 years and is renewable for similar periods
Examination is conducted on absolute and relative grounds
Opposition period – 90 days (non-extendable)
Registration Timeline – Approximately 30 months
Classification: Local

Conventions:

Paris Convention
Singapore Treaty
WIPO Convention

 

Requirements

 

New Applications

– Power of attorney duly notarized and legalized from the Iraqi consulate
– Legalized Declaration of Origin stating the Active Ingredient for class 5 applications
– Complete passport copy of the signatory
– Certified copy of priority document, if priority is claimed

 

Renewal

– Power of attorney duly notarized and legalized from the Iraqi consulate
– Copy of trademark registration certificate

 

Assignment

– Power of attorney from the Assignee duly notarized and legalized from the Iraqi consulate
– Assignment Deed signed by both parties duly notarized and legalized from the Iraqi consulate
– Complete passport copies of the signatories
– Copy of trademark registration certificate

 

Change of Name / Address

– Power of attorney stating the new name / address duly notarized and legalized from the Iraqi consulate
– Change of Name / Address document duly legalized from the Iraqi consulate