What is use requirement after trademark registration in Cambodia? What actions could be considered as use of trademark in Cambodia? Could we stop validity of trademark registration certificate based on non-use for a period of time? How many years of non-use?
The trademark is required to use within 05 years from the registration date or from the renewal date in case the trademark has been renewed except it is shown that special circumstances prevented the use of the mark and that there was no intention not to use or to abandon the same in respect of those goods or services.
What are required documents for renewal trademark in Cambodia? Is grace period after renewal date allowed?
In order to renew a trademark, the Power of Attorney and the copy of registration certificate are required. The grace period after renewal date is allowed. This period is 06 months from the expired date of the trademark.
Is cancellation of trademark registration in Cambodia available? What is the foundations for such cancellation?
The cancellation of trademark registration in Cambodia is available. A trademark may be cancelled where:
– It is convinced upon evidence that the owner of the registered mark is not the legitimate owner.
– It is convinced that the registered mark is similar or identical to a well-known mark owned by third party.
– The owner of the registered mark has not complied, within 90 days, with the conditions or restrictions prescribed the applicable law of Cambodia.
– The owner of the registered mark requests the removal.
– The owner of the registered mark ceases to have an address for service in the Kingdom of Cambodia.
– The applicant does not apply for renewal of the registered mark within the prescribed period.
Is customs record of trademark registration available in Cambodia?
The customs record of trademark registration is available, but it is not automatically. The owner of the registered trademark is required to co-ordinate with the state competent of Cambodia for this matter