Angola:
Reminder That Documents For Trade Mark Nos. 5,001 - 20,757 Must Be Re-Submitted By 26 December 2018
23 November 2018
Spoor & Fisher
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In January 2018, we reported that a substantial backlog of trade
marks to be processed had accumulated at the Angolan Registry since
the implementation of the current law in 1992. In an effort to
clear this backlog, the Registry began an initiative in 2015
whereby files had to be reconstituted with copies of the originally
filed documents. That initiative concerned pending applications
numbered 1 - 5,000. These efforts are continuing with numbers 5,001
– 20,757.
Trade mark owners are reminded to re-submit the following
documents for all pending applications, renewals
or recordals against marks numbered 5,001 - 20,757 before the
deadline of 26 December 2018:
- Photocopies of the official filing
forms, which include copies of the application as filed, together
with copies of any requests for renewal and/or any subsequent
changes of ownership.
- Power of attorney, incorporating a
verified Portuguese translation, legalised up to an Angolan
Consul.
- Certificate of incorporation/extract
from the Commercial Register with verified Portuguese translation,
notarised.
- Proof of payment of the sealing fee
and renewal fee where applicable.
Photocopies of the legalised supporting documentation will be
accepted provided that the authentication stamp is visible.
Failure to comply may lead to the invalidation of the trade
mark(s).
We are sending reminders to our clients holding trade marks
falling within this category.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general
guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought
about your specific circumstances.
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