Accelerated Trademark Examination in Kazakhstan

Dear friends and partners, we are pleased to announce that, starting April 10, 2024, Kazakhstan’s patent office will offer an accelerated trademark and service mark examination process.

One of the key amendments to the Rules now provides applicants with the opportunity to speed up the trademark application process from the standard seven months to just three months through accelerated examination.

The benefits of accelerated trademark registration include:

1. Rapid Protection: Accelerated registration allows applicants to receive official recognition of their trademark rights more quickly. This is particularly important in the field of intellectual property, where speed can be a decisive factor for success.

2. Prevention of Competition and Infringement: Fast trademark registration grants applicants exclusive rights to their trademark, helping to prevent potential infringements by competitors.

3. Flexibility in Marketing Campaign Planning: A registered trademark provides applicants with the confidence to launch marketing campaigns with the assurance that their brand is protected. Quick registration allows businesses to incorporate the brand into their marketing strategies without delay.

4. Preparation for International Expansion: Accelerated trademark registration can be especially beneficial for applicants planning to protect their brand internationally. It offers additional time to prepare international applications and coordinate branding strategies.

5. Saving Time and Resources: Reducing the examination period from seven months to three months saves applicants valuable time and resources, allowing them to focus on other critical aspects of their business.

6. Strengthening Market Position: Fast trademark registration enables applicants to promptly secure their market position and protect their brand, which contributes to enhancing their image and consumer trust.

Overall, accelerated trademark registration provides applicants with significant advantages, allowing them to protect their brands more quickly and effectively while strengthening their market presence.