Written by Igor Demcak
Founder & Trademark Attorney ·
The ÚPVSR examination stage is twofold. The first is a formal examination that checks whether the application contains all required paperwork and that the fee has been paid. If anything is missing, the office issues a call to remedy the deficiency within a set period.
Second, a substantive examination assesses the mark on absolute grounds: whether it is distinctive, whether it is descriptive or generic, and whether it conflicts with public policy, morality, or other protected signs.
The ÚPV SR does not refuse an application on relative grounds (conflict with earlier marks) on its own initiative. Earlier-rights conflicts are raised by third parties during the opposition period after publication. If the application passes examination, it is published in the Vestník ÚPV SR.
Does the ÚPV SR examine earlier trademarks (relative grounds) on its own?
What happens if the ÚPV SR issues a call to remedy deficiencies?
Does the ÚPV SR publish trademark applications before registration?
What is the Industrial Property Office of the Slovak Republic (ÚPV SR)
What is the difference between a Slovak national trademark and an EU trademark?
Do I need a Slovak national trademark if I already have an EU trademark?
What types of signs can be registered as a trademark in Slovakia?
Do I need to be based in Slovakia to register a trademark there?
What information do I need to file a trademark application with the ÚPV SR?
Does the fee for a Slovak trademark depend on the number of classes?
Do I need a legal representative to file a Slovak trademark application?
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