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Apr 02, 2020 (Newsletter Issue 5/20)
Taiwan
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Fast Track Trademark Examination System Soon


The Taiwan Intellectual Property Office (IPO) introduces a new fast track trademark examination system to enable accelerated trademark examination process. Starting from May 1, 2020, any new trademark application which satisfies the following requirements shall automatically be subject to fast track examination. The examination period will be reduced by about 2 months and the fast track examination does not require a separate application or official fee.

Requirements for fast track examination:
1. Electronic filing shall be used;
2. Only traditional trademark shall be included;
3. All descriptions of goods or services shall be identical to the standard descriptions in the PO recommended terms of designated goods or services
4. Specific electronic methods of official fee payment shall be used;
5. If an attorney is appointed, the Power of Attorney shall be submitted together with the application

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Source: www.wisdomlaw.com.tw