{"id":1573,"date":"2015-08-31T13:52:13","date_gmt":"2015-08-31T13:52:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/depot-de-marque.com\/?p=1573"},"modified":"2024-11-28T10:54:28","modified_gmt":"2024-11-28T09:54:28","slug":"brand-renewal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/depot-de-marque.com\/en\/le-renouvellement-de-marque\/","title":{"rendered":"Brand renewal"},"content":{"rendered":"

How long is my trademark valid?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The mark is valid 10 years<\/strong>and she's indefinitely renewable<\/strong> in 10-year periods, in return for payment of a renewal fee<\/strong>. To date, the INPI fee is \u20ac290 for 1 class, and \u20ac40 for each additional class.<\/p>\n

Does the INPI warn me that my trademark is expiring?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Yes, the INPI will send you an renewal reminder <\/strong>in the 6 months prior to the expiry date of your trademark. However, it will send this reminder to the last address you provided. Therefore, if you have forgotten to indicate a change of address via a registration procedure, the INPI will not try to find you.<\/p>\n

When do I need to renew my brand?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

You can renew your trademark 1 year before it expires.<\/p>\n

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For example, a trademark registered on March 16, 2019 expires on March 16, 2029 and can be renewed from September 16, 2028 to March 16, 2029 (excluding the grace period - see below).<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Attention<\/strong> if you apply for renewal before this date, it will not be taken into account by the INPI.<\/p>\n

I forgot to renew, am I entitled to an extension?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Yes, there is a grace period, which allows you to renew your trademark for a period of 6 months from its expiry date.<\/p>\n

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For example, a trademark registered on March 16, 2019 will expire on March 16, 2029 and can be renewed during the grace period between March 16, 2029 and September 16, 2029.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

However, you will have to pay a additional charge<\/strong> corresponding to 50% of the amount of tax normally due.<\/p>\n

Example: you have a 4-class trademark that you would like to renew in its entirety. The cost of renewal is \u20ac410 (290+3\u00d740). If you renew during the grace period, you will have to pay \u20ac615 (\u20ac410 + \u20ac205 additional tax).<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Can I change my brand at renewal time?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The change of trademark sign<\/strong> (name, logo...) is totally impossible during the life of the brand. Renewal is no exception. If you wish to change the sign making up your trademark, then you must file a new application.<\/p>\n

The product\/service modification<\/strong> the principle is that you can always<\/strong> reduce<\/strong> the reach of your brand, but never expand it<\/strong>. And so..:<\/p>\n

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