TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN KUWAIT
Trademark registration is governed by Articles 61-95 of Trade Law No. 68 of 1980. A trademark can include words, symbols, letters, designs, or combinations that distinguish goods or services as originating from a specific owner.
Non-Registrable Marks:
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Non-distinctive marks or those describing goods in a generic or customary manner.
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Marks violating public morals or order.
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State, UN, or reciprocal country emblems and flags without authorization.
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Symbols of the Red Cross, Red Crescent, or similar.
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Religious symbols.
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Geographical names causing origin confusion.
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Names, photos, or emblems of third parties without consent.
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Titles of honor without lawful entitlement.
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Marks that mislead or contain false product information.
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Marks deemed identical or similar to Israeli symbols by the Boycott of Israel Office.
Documents Required for Trademark Registration in Kuwait:
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Filled trademark application.
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12 images of the trademark.
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Copy of commercial license and register certificate.
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Copy of authorization and signature authorization.
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Copy of the mark with applicant details (name, address, nationality).
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Comprehensive list of goods/services (Classes) translated to Arabic.
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Power of Attorney (POA), notarized/legalized at the Kuwaiti embassy, locally legalized, and submitted at filing.
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Commercial certificate and priority document translated to Arabic (if claimed), submitted within 60 days.
For Trademark Renewal:
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Details of the mark.
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Applicant details (name, address, nationality).
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POA.
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Original trademark registration certificate.
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Commercial certificate copy.
For Trademark Assignment:
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Details of the mark.
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Applicant details (name, address, nationality).
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Assignment details and document (Arabic translation, legalized at Kuwaiti embassy).
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POA.
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Commercial certificate (Arabic translation).