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Protect your brand name, logo, and identity with professional trademark registration. We handle the entire filing process for Cyprus and EU-wide EUIPO registrations.
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A registered trademark is one of your most valuable business assets. It gives you exclusive legal rights to your brand name, logo, and identity — preventing others from using or imitating them.
A registered trademark gives you the exclusive legal right to use your brand name and logo in your registered territory. You can take legal action against infringers.
Trademarks are intangible assets that appreciate over time. They increase your company's valuation and can be licensed, franchised, or sold independently.
Stop competitors from using confusingly similar names or logos. Your trademark acts as a legal shield against brand dilution and counterfeiting.
The ® symbol signals authenticity and professionalism. Consumers trust registered brands more, leading to higher customer loyalty and conversion rates.
Not all intellectual property is the same. Understanding the differences helps you choose the right type of protection for your business.
| Type | What It Protects | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Trademark ™/® | Brand identifiers (name, logo, slogan, etc.) | Starbucks®, Nike "Just Do It"™ |
| Copyright © | Original creative works (books, music, software, art) | Song lyrics, novel manuscripts, photographs |
| Patent | Technical innovations & inventions | A new engine design, pharmaceutical formula |
If you have a brand name, logo, or slogan that distinguishes your products or services from competitors, then a trademark is essential. Without registration, anyone can legally use a similar name — potentially confusing your customers and damaging your reputation. A trademark gives you the legal standing to stop this.
Important: Every trademark must be classified under the appropriate Nice Classification (NCL) codes — an international system that categorizes goods and services into 45 classes. Our team will analyze your business and determine exactly which NCL classes your trademark should cover to ensure maximum protection.
Covers Cyprus only. This is the fastest and most cost-effective route, with less examiner scrutiny and a lower likelihood of rejection. Ideal if your business primarily operates in Cyprus.
Covers all 27 EU member states, including Cyprus, with a single application through the European Union Intellectual Property Office. Best for businesses with EU-wide ambitions or online brands targeting European customers.
From initial filing to certificate issuance, here's what to expect when registering your trademark through Vilta Cyprus.
We prepare and submit your trademark application with the correct NCL classifications, ensuring all documentation meets the requirements of the relevant office.
The trademark office reviews your application for formal compliance and examines it against existing trademarks to check for conflicts or objections.
Your trademark is published in the official gazette, allowing third parties a window to oppose the registration if they believe it conflicts with their rights.
If no oppositions are filed, your trademark is officially registered and a certificate of registration is issued. You can now use the ® symbol.
Cyprus offers unique advantages as a base for trademark registration, with access to both national and EU-wide intellectual property systems.
A registered trademark grants you the exclusive right to use your brand name and logo, giving you legal grounds to stop infringers and counterfeiters.
Lower professional fees compared to Western Europe while accessing the same quality of IP protection and legal infrastructure.
Common law tradition with robust IP enforcement mechanisms. Cyprus courts have a proven track record in trademark disputes.
Signatory to Madrid Protocol, Paris Convention, and TRIPS Agreement for international trademark protection.
A registered trademark is a business asset that can be licensed, franchised, or sold — adding tangible value to your company.
Public registration puts competitors on notice. The ® symbol alone is a powerful deterrent against imitation and unauthorized use of your brand.
Everything you need to know about trademark registration in Cyprus and the EU
A trademark can be a word, name, logo, symbol, slogan, colour combination, sound, or even a shape — as long as it is distinctive and capable of distinguishing your goods or services from those of others. Generic or purely descriptive terms generally cannot be registered.
The Nice Classification (NCL) is an international system that categorizes all goods and services into 45 classes. When filing a trademark, you must specify which classes your mark covers. Choosing the right classes is critical — too few leaves gaps in protection, while unnecessary classes increase costs. Our team determines the optimal classification for your brand.
A Cyprus national trademark protects your brand only within Cyprus. It's faster, cheaper, and faces less scrutiny. An EU trademark (EUTM), filed through EUIPO, provides protection across all 27 EU member states with a single application. It costs more but offers far broader geographic coverage.
The typical timeline is 3 to 7 months from filing to registration, provided there are no objections or oppositions. Cyprus national trademarks tend to be faster. EU trademarks through EUIPO can take slightly longer due to a broader examination scope and opposition period.
A registered trademark is valid for 10 years from the date of filing. It can be renewed indefinitely for additional 10-year periods, making it a perpetual asset for your business as long as renewal fees are paid.
During the publication period, third parties can file an opposition if they believe your trademark conflicts with their existing rights. If this happens, our team will manage the opposition proceedings on your behalf, presenting arguments and evidence to support your application.
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