Question: Please send us the requirements, timeline and the charges for the Trademark registration in Vietnam.

Answer: Concerning the subject matter, as the leading Vietnamese law firms, we are capable of assisting you with handling all IP matters in Vietnam in an efficient and cost-competitive manner.

Regarding your enquiries concerning the subject matter, we would like to advise you procedure and our fee schedule in relation to trademark registration in Vietnam as follows:

1.FEE SCHEDULE

1.1. Trademark information

–       Trademark: (Please specify)

–       Class(es): (Please specify)

1.2. Fee schedule

In Vietnam, multi-class application is applicable. The basic fees are calculated based on the number of class of goods/services (G/S) in each application as well as the number of products designated in each class in the application.

Below is the breakdown of charges for registering a trademark in Vietnam, in a smooth case, for your consideration

1.2.1. Trademark searches (Optional)

Trademark search for 01 trademark in one class

In words: One hundred and nine US Dollars only.

Note: The above-quoted fees include 5% VAT of our service charge, bank charges ($US25.00)

1.2.2. Trademark registration

Trademark registration for one trademark in one class:

In words: Three hundred and seven US Dollars

Note:  The above-quoted fees exclude 5% VAT of our service charge, bank charges ($US25.00) and actual communication costs ($US30.00). In case of any office action or possible opposition which may occur during the application proceedings, an additional charge may be incurred, upon your approval.

2. Procedure and timeline

2.1. The duration of a trademark searches is around 10-15 working days.

2.2. The duration for a trademark application from mature to proceed to registration is around 14-18 months from the filing date, involving these stages

(1) examination as to formality and publication on the Gazette (3-4 months);

(2) examination as to substance (9-12 months) and

(3) issuance of registration certificate for the registered mark (2-4 months).

Kindly note that the term for registration process normally takes longer to several months in practice due to the workload of the NOIP and the slow examination process by the NOIP’s examiner.

3. Required documents and information

– Name and address of the Applicant

– List of Goods/Services

– Specimen of the applied mark (in e-copy only)

– An original Power of Attorney which is simply signed by the Applicant. No need notarization or legalization (SBLAW’s form).

Please be informed that a scanned/faxed copy of the Power of Attorney is acceptable upon filing provided that the original copy is submitted within 01 month from the filing date; One original Power of Attorney can be used for filling one or more applications.

Question: With regards to our interest to register a trade name in Vietnam. Please quote.

Answer:

Concerning the subject matter, as one of the leading Vietnamese law firms, we are capable of assisting you with handling all IP matters in Vietnam in an efficient and cost-competitive manner. For your further information, we cordially invite you to visit our official website at www.sblaw.vn. We hope to build up a long-term business relationship with your esteemed firm in the next time.

Regarding your enquiries concerning the subject matter, we would like to advise you procedure and our preferred fee schedule in relation to trademark registration in Vietnam as follows:

1. FEE SCHEDULE

 1.1.     Trademark information

–       Trademarks:    As provided

–       Class(es):      Spa services

1.2.   Fee schedule

In Vietnam, multi-class application is applicable. The basic fees are calculated based on the number of class of goods/services (G/S) in each application as well as the number of products designated in each class in the application.

Below is the breakdown of charges for registering a trademark in Vietnam, in a smooth case, for your consideration

1.2.1. Trademark searches (Optional)

Trademark search for 01 trademark in one class

                      In words: One hundred thirty US Dollars Only

Note: The above-quoted fees include 5% VAT of our service charge, bank charges ($US25.00)

1.2.2. Trademark registration

Trademark registration for one trademark in one class:

            In words: Four hundred ten US Dollars and thirty five Cents

Note:  The above-quoted fees include 5% VAT of our service charge, bank charges ($US25.00) and actual communication costs ($US30.00). In case of any office action or possible opposition which may occur during the application proceedings, an additional charge may be incurred, upon your approval.

2. PROCEDURE AND TIMELINE

2.1. The duration of a trademark searches is around 07-15 working days.

2.2. The duration for a trademark application from mature to proceed to registration is around 14-18 months from the filing date, involving these stages (1) examination as to formality and publication on the Gazette (3-4 months); (2) examination as to substance (9-12 months) and (3) issuance of registration certificate for the registered mark (2-4 months). Kindly note that the term for registration process normally takes longer to several months in practice due to the workload of the NOIP and the slow examination process by the NOIP’s examiner.

3. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS AND INFORMATION

– Name and address of the Applicant

– List of Goods/Services

– Specimen of the applied mark (in e-copy only) (available)

– An original Power of Attorney which is simply signed by the Applicant. No need notarization or legalization. (SBLAW’s  form). Please be informed that a scanned/faxed copy of the Power of Attorney is acceptable upon filing provided that the original copy is submitted within 01 month from the filing date; One original Power of Attorney can be used for filling one or more applications.

We hope the above is of your assistance. Should you have any inquiry, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Question: Our company want to maintain its Cambodia trademark registration, would you please:

– Specify whether each above operation should be recorded, or we can skip these steps and record a transfer from A to B;

– If this first solution doesn’t apply, let us know, for each step, what documents should be provided;

– Specify the expected costs for the recordal of one assignment, or for each step if necessary.

Answer:

Thanks for your following email.

We would like to confirm that you could file for one step for the recordal of the assignment from A to B.

Fee for recordal of the assignment is 180.00 USD which is exclusive of the translation fee: $US 6/100 English words, actual communication expenses ($US 20.00 – $US 40.00); bank charge ($US 20.00 – $US 30.00) and 5% VAT.

The necessary documents are below:

1. The original Deed of the Assignment which is notarized

2. The original trademark Certificate

3. The Power of Attorney which is notarized.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Question: Our company wish to file for a trademark assignment in Vietnam. In this regards, kindly let us have you all inclusive fees for the same (registered/pending marks). When reverting, please also advise the requirements and provide us with the necessary form.

Answer:

Concerning your enquiries, we would like to advise you on the procedure and our fee schedule in relation to recordal of the trademark assignment proceeding in Vietnam as follows:

1. Fee Schedule:

Below is the breakdown of charges for recordal of the trademark assignment in a smooth case, for your consideration:

Note: The above-quoted fees include Official Fees and Attorney Fees, 5% VAT; do not include additional fees in case of refusal. In case of any office action which may occur during the application proceedings, an additional charge may be incurred, upon your approval.

2. Procedure and Timeline

Normally, the duration of recordal of assignment is around 04-06 months from the filing date.

3. Required documents

Name and address of the Assignee and the Assignor;

The original Certificate of trademark;

01 original of Assignment agreement which is signed in each page;

01 original of Power of Attorney which is simply signed by the Assignee and the Assignor.

Question: Our company is desirous of securing trademark registration in Vietnam. We request you to provide us with the following details to proceed further.

1)      Your comprehensive fee schedule (Statutory fees/Government fees and Professional Fees) including fee for Trademark availability search.

2)      Approximate time to secure registration.

3)      Documents required to file the trademarks.

Answer:

Regarding your enquiries, we would like to advise you on the procedure and our fee schedule in relation to the Trademark registration proceeding in Vietnam as follows:

1. FEE SCHEDULE

In Vietnam, multi-class application is applicable. The basic fees are calculated based on the number of class of goods/services (G/S) in each application as well as the number of products designated in each class in the application.

Fee for conducting trademark search

In words: Eighty US dollars only

Fee for trademark registration

In words: Two hundred and sixty US dollars only.

Note:

• Under the Circular 263/2016/TT-BTC, the official fees will be increased $US 80.00 for each class from January 01, 2017.
• The above-quoted fees do not include 5% VAT of our service charge and actual communication costs ($US 30.00 – $US 40.00) as well bank charge ($US20.00). In case of any office action or any possible opposition which may occur during the application proceedings, an additional charge may be incurred, upon your approval.

2. TIME FRAME 

The duration of a trademark search is around 10-15 working days.

The duration for a trademark application from mature to proceed to registration is around 14-18 months from the filing date, involving these stages (1) examination as to formality and publication on the Gazette (3-4 months); (2) examination as to substance (9-12 months) and (3) issuance of registration certificate for the registered mark (2-4 months). Kindly note that the term for registration process normally takes longer to several months in practice due to the workload of the NOIP and the slow examination process by the NOIP’s examiner.

3. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS AND INFORMATION

– Name and address of the Applicant;

– List of Goods/Services;

– Specimen of the applied mark;

– Power of Attorney (form of SBLAW).

Question: Please offer the fees of change trademark owner name and address together and separately in Vietnam, the needing documents and time.

Answer:

Regarding your enquiries concerning the subject matter, we would like to advise you on the procedure and our fee schedule for recordal ofthe change of the trademark owner name/address in Vietnam as follows:

1. FEE SCHEDULE

Please be noted that the change of address without changing name is acceptable. Below is the breakdown of charges for change trademark owner name and address for one trademark in a smooth case, for your consideration:

                                            In words: Two hundred fourteenUS dollar and twenty five Cents.

Note: The above-quoted fees are inclusive of Official Fees and Attorney Fees, 5% VAT; they do not include additional fees in case of refusal. In case of any office action which may occur during the application proceedings, an additional charge may be incurred, upon your approval.

2. PROCEDURE AND TIMELINE

Normally, recordal of amendment in the applicant’s name for application/certification will be processed within 4-6 months from the filling date. However, in some cases, it will take longer due to backlog of the trademark applications of the NOIP or any possible shortcomings in examination process of trademark.

3. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS AND INFORMATION

– The copy of legal documents (ex. Business Registration)and/or Declaration about changing name/address which is notarized (form of the own client OR SBLAW’s form)

– The Original of trademark certificate for endorsement purpose (If the recordal is on Certificate)

– An original Power of Attorney with a simply signature of the Applicant (form of SBLAW). Please be informed that a scanned/faxed copy of the Power of Attorney is acceptable upon filing provided that the original copy is submitted within 01 month from the filing date.

Question: Our company intends to renew its trademark registration in Laos. Would you please let us know the document(s) needed for such formality?

Answer:

Regarding your requirement, we would like to advise you on the procedure and fee schedule in relation to the renewal proceeding in Laos as follows:

1. Information of Trademark Registration

As stipulated, to avoid the invalidation of your trademark certificate, you must proceed the renewal of the above trademark certificate before the deadline April 19, 2018.

2. Fee Schedule:

Note:  The above-quoted fees include 5% VAT of our service charge, bank charges and actual communication costs.

3. Procedure and Timeline

The total duration of examination of the renewal is around 01 – 03 months from the date of filing renewal application to the actual receipt of recored-renewal. However, in some cases, it will take further 01 – 03 months to examine of trademark renewal by the examiners due to backlog of the trademark applications of the Laos Intellectual Property Department or any possible shortcomings in examination process of trademark.

4. Required documents

–   The original of Trademark Registration Certificates (TMRC)

–   An original Power of Attorney with a simply signature of the Applicant (form of SBLAW).

–   An original notarized and legalized Declaration of renewal of trademark ownership (SBLAW’s form).