Registering a brand in the UK involves several steps to ensure that your brand is legally protected and recognized. Here is a general guide on what you need to do. An easier way would be to let Revomark do everything for you. We ask the questions and get the information required to ensure you get the best possible protection for your brand.

• Trademark Search:

1. • Before registering a brand, conduct a thorough trademark search to ensure that the name or logo you want to register is not already in use or registered by someone else. This can be done through the Trademark Registration Services provided by Revomark.

• Choose the Correct Class:

1. • Identify the class or classes under which your products or services fall. Trademarks can be registered in 45 different classes, so it is important to accurately classify your goods or services. Revomark ensures that trademark classifications are drafted accurately and in a way that gives maximum protection.

• Create a Strong Trademark:

1. • Your trademark should be distinctive and not too similar to existing trademarks. It should be capable of distinguishing your goods or services from others in the market.

• Complete the Application Form:

1. • Complete the trademark application form. Revomark does this at part of their trademark registration service.

• Pay the Application Fee:

1. • There is a fee associated with filing a trademark application. The fee may vary depending on factors such as the number of classes applied for. View our Trademark Registration Fees Here.

• Examination Process:

1. • The UK registry will examine your application, on both absolute and relative grounds, to ensure it meets the necessary requirements. If there are any issues, they may refuse, raise objections or request additional information. Using the trademark registration services provided by Revomark will significantly reduce or completely eliminate the risk of refusals or objections arising at the examination stage.

• Publication:

1. • If your application passes the examination it will be accepted by the registry. The trademark application will then be published for opposition in the UK Trademarks Journal. This allows third parties to oppose your application if they believe it infringes on their earlier trademark rights.

• Opposition Period:

1. • There is a two month opposition period during which third parties can oppose your trademark application. A notice of threatened opposition can be filed by a third party if they want to extend the opposition period by thirty days. If no oppositions are filed, your trademark will proceed to registration. However, if a third party opposes your trademark application then opposition proceedings commence and the process becomes a lot more complicated and drawn out. Revomark can assist in all matters relating to trademark opposition if required.

• Registration and Renewal:

1. • Once your trademark is registered, it will be protected for an initial period of 10 years. It can be renewed for further 10 year periods provided the renewal fees are paid. Trademark renewals can be done by Revomark. It is important to note that trademarks must be used within 5 years of registration failing which they become vulnerable to removal.

• Enforce Your Trademark:

1. • After registration, it is your responsibility to monitor and enforce your trademark rights. If you believe someone is infringing on your trademark, you may need to take legal action. Revomark offers a trademark watch service.

It is advisable to seek legal advice or use the services of a trademark attorney during the registration process to ensure that all aspects are properly addressed.