The Hong Kong Trademark Registration Right of Priority

 If an applicant has filed an application for trademark registration for the same products or services with a state party to the Paris Agreement or a WTO member state within six months of filing such an application in Hong Kong, then the applicant may enjoy the right of priority on trademark registration in Hong Kong.

Things to Think About Before Submitting an Application

• Whether the applicant’s goods or services are distinguished from those of other businesses by the trademark
• Whether the trademark demonstrates how unique the products and services are
• If the term in question is a generic one in that industry
• Whether the trademark resembles or is the same as another trademark

Information and Documents Required

• Certificate of Incorporation or Business Registration Certificate for the
• Corporation Applicant
• Individual Applicant: Proof of address and identity documents Application form
• Trademark illustration

Process of Registering a Trademark

• Issuance of Certificate
• Trademark Search
• Initial Application
• Substantive Examination
• Publication