Trademark Registration in Iraq

Iraq is not a member of the Madrid Protocol. Applications can be filed through a local attorney. A notarized and consularly legalized power of attorney is required. If there is no Iraqi consulate, the power of attorney must be legalized through the Jordanian consulate. 15 representations of the trademark to be registered must be submitted. A list of the goods and services for which registration is sought must be submitted. For collective trademark applications, technical specifications must be submitted. A multi-class system is used, and the Nice Classification applies. The term of protection for a trademark is 10 years. By renewing it every 10 years, the trademark can be used indefinitely. Applications filed before 2004 are protected for 15 years. After passing the formal examination, the trademark is published in the official bulletin for 3 months, during which third parties may file an opposition. There is a 2-year use requirement. If the trademark is not used for 2 years, third parties may file an action for its cancellation. Renewal is required every 10 years.