The legal framework on intellectual property in Bulgaria includes three levels of legislation: international agreements ratified by Bulgaria that became part of its internal legislation; national laws and regulations; EU legislation (regulations and directives) in the field of intellectual property. Bulgaria has ratified a number of international acts and treaties on intellectual property including but […]

The registration of international trademark in the International Register produces the same legal effect as if that same trademark had been registered separately in each Contracting State* designated by the applicant. This means that an international registration is equivalent to a bundle of national registrations. Moreover, the trademark holder may designate subsequently more Contracting Parties […]

The Community/European trademark registration provides protection in all 28 EU Member States through the filing of a single Community/European trademark application. Fundamental Characteristic of the European Trademark The European trademark has equal effect throughout all EU Member States. The intellectual property rights originating from the Community trademark cannot be designated or restricted to the territory […]

Are you seeking to obtain trademark registration in Bulgaria? Contact us now and we will inform you about all options, requirements, fees, time frame etc. All consultations are free. Once the application is filed the applicant is not allowed to make any changes in the mark. An individual filing a trademark application in Bulgaria should be […]