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Guides and updates from the people who file
Plain-English guides to Singapore and international trade mark registration, and dated updates when IPOS changes something.
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Received an IPOS office action? What it means and what to do next
An IPOS office action is not a refusal. What the letter means, how long you have to answer, and the realistic ways to get your trade mark through.
Read the explainerMadrid Protocol or direct filing: choosing the route for your overseas trade marks
Madrid Protocol or separate national filings? How to choose a route for overseas trademarks, the basic mark you need at home, and the list of Madrid members.
Read the guideSingapore trade mark registration: what it costs, how it works and how long it takes
What a Singapore trade mark costs with JK Marcam, the steps from first call to certificate, and how long IPOS takes for a straightforward application.
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