Conducting a trademark search before submitting a registration application is a crucial step to ensure the exclusivity and distinctiveness of a trademark. This helps individuals and organizations avoid duplication or infringement of others' intellectual property rights, thereby saving time and costs during the registration process. Through the following article, NVCS Law Firm will provide a detailed guide on how to conduct a trademark search, helping individuals and organizations better understand the purpose of trademark searches and addressing some frequently asked questions.

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Why Do Businesses Need to Register Trademarks?

Registering a trademark helps businesses prevent their brand from being copied or imitated by other organizations or individuals. A trademark acts as a unique identifier and is an invaluable asset that distinguishes goods and services between different entities. Through this, businesses can assert and elevate their position in the market. Therefore, to protect the trademark from being stolen, copied, or used without permission, businesses must register it to ensure legal protection.

How to search for trademarks in Vietnam

To check the protection of trademarks, you can access the Intellectual Property Office’s online industrial property database using the following steps:

Step 1: Visit the Website

Access the National Office of Intellectual Property or the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) through this link: http://wipopublish.ipvietnam.gov.vn/

Step 2: Enter Trademark Information for Search

You can search for both intended or protected trademarks using the following details:

For intended trademarks:

• Trademark name.
• Product/service group.
• Image classification.
• Name of product/service.

For registered trademarks, in addition to the above details, you may include the following for a quicker search:

• Intellectual Property representative: Name of the representative who owns the trademark
• Application number.
• Applicant's name.
• Date of application.
• License number: Found on the protection certificate.

Step 3: Compile, Analyze, and Assess Conflicting Trademarks

After conducting a trademark search, you may discover trademarks that are currently protected and bear similarities to your own. At this point, it is essential to evaluate the degree of resemblance between these trademarks and make an informed decision on whether to proceed with your registration or opt for a different trademark.

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NVCS's Trademark Search Service

NVCS Law Firm offers top-quality, reputable trademark search services in Vietnam. The search process is one of the key steps when applying for trademark registration.

Our trademark search services include:

• Consulting on trademark design, selecting a suitable trademark that is eligible for registration;
• Advising on how to categorize products/services with the lowest costs while maximizing rights;
• Conducting preliminary searches before the official search to save search costs;
• Performing the official trademark search and informing clients of the results;
• Providing advice on modifying the trademark if there are identical or confusingly similar marks to increase the chances of protection;
• Offering discounts for large-volume trademark searches;
• Acting as a representative to file trademark applications when the trademark is eligible for registration, ensuring the earliest priority date for the client;

For more information on trademark, brand, or logo search procedures, please feel free to contact us.

Lawyer: Mr. Tony

Phone: +84 919 195 939

Email: tuulawyer@nvcs.vn

Website: nvcs.vn

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