Trademark Registration in Russia

Russia is a member of the Madrid Protocol. Applications can be filed through the Madrid Protocol or directly through a local attorney in the country. A 4-month formal examination is followed by a 10-month substantive examination period. In total, registration is completed in 14–17 months. A simply signed power of attorney is required. The trademark specimen must measure 8 × 8 cm or 8 × 10 cm. The 10th edition of the international Nice Classification applies. Multiple classes can be selected in the same application. The term of protection is 10 years. The trademark can be used indefinitely by renewing it every 10 years. Oppositions must be filed within 3 months after the trademark is published. If a registered trademark is not used for 3 years, it may be cancelled as a result of an action brought by third parties. Renewal must be carried out every 10 years.