Trademark Registration in Mongolia

Related Information On Registering Trademarks In Mongolia

Required Materials

Applicant's Proof: For companies, a copy of the business license that has been notarized and authenticated is needed. For individuals, a copy of the identity proof that has been notarized and authenticated is required.

Trademark Samples: Clear trademark samples in both black and white and in color should be provided. For special trademarks, corresponding display materials should be provided according to the requirements.

Application Form: It should be filled out in the Mongolian language, including information about the applicant, the trademark, and the goods or services. The classification of goods or services should be filled in accordance with the Nice Classification.

Power of Attorney (When Entrusting an Agent): It should be notarized and authenticated, clearly defining the scope of agency.

Priority Documents (When Claiming Priority): Relevant proof that has been notarized and authenticated should be provided within the specified time.

Trademark Registration in Mongolia

Fees

Official Fees: For one category, it's approximately 100,000 - 200,000 Mongolian Tugriks (about 30 - 60 US dollars). Additional fees will be charged for each extra category.

Agency Fees: Usually ranging from 300 to 800 US dollars, which is affected by the content of services and the complexity of the trademark.

Registration Time

Formal Examination: It takes 1 - 3 months. During this period, it will be checked whether the documents comply with the regulations. If there are any problems, the applicant will be notified to supplement or correct them.

Substantive Examination: It takes about 6 - 12 months. The distinctiveness of the trademark and other aspects will be examined. If there are any problems, the applicant can reply and make modifications.

Publication and Opposition Period: It lasts for 3 months. Any interested party can raise objections. If there are objections, the registration process will be suspended until a ruling is made after both parties provide evidence.

Registration Approval and Certificate Issuance: It takes 1 - 2 months. If there are no objections or the objections are not established, the trademark will be approved for registration and the registration certificate will be issued. The whole process usually takes about 10 - 18 months, and the specific time may vary due to various factors.