Trademarks - Filing Requirements (Kuwait)

Pursuant to Trade Law No. 68/1980, the Kuwaiti legislator regulates the protection of trademarks in Articles 61-95. It includes a definition of the trademark which is not registrable as well as maintaining the trademarks register, registration procedures, opposition, offences concerning trademarks and the competent court for this and the prescribed fees on extracts peculiar to marks.

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Filing Requirements

• Power of attorney legalised by the Kuwaiti Consulate.
• Copy of the commercial register or any equivalent document.
• Certified copy of the priority document if claimed.

Notes

• Late filing of documents: allowed within 1 month from filing date.

Renewal Requirements