Understanding Trademark Registration in Bahrain
Embarking on trademark registration in Bahrain is a crucial step for businesses aiming to protect and strengthen their brand identity in the dynamic Gulf market. The process begins with filing a trademark application at the Industrial Property Directorate, which is the official authority responsible for overseeing trademark registration in Bahrain. Bahraini nationals and businesses can submit their applications through the Trademark Office within this directorate. Once all requirements are met, a registration certificate is issued, officially securing the trademark.
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Requirements to Register a Trademark in Bahrain
To register a trademark in Bahrain, the applicant must be a legal entity that can prove a bona fide intention to use the mark in connection with the goods or services specified in the application. Both individuals and corporate bodies are eligible to file a trademark application. Foreign applicants need to appoint local 'trademark agents' to represent them before the Trademark Office.
Trademark Law in Bahrain
Trademark protection in Bahrain is regulated under the Trademarks Act, Legislative Decree No. 11 of 2006, which governs the registration process and safeguards registered trademarks.
In Bahrain, any distinctive sign that differentiates the goods or services of one business from another can be registered as a trademark. This may include words, logos, slogans, names, signatures, letters, numerals, colors, or even the shape and packaging of goods.
To secure protection, applicants must submit a trademark application to the Trademark Office at the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Tourism (MOICT) in Bahrain, which oversees the entire registration process.
Protecting Trademarks
Registered trademarks in Bahrain are protected under the Trademarks Act against unauthorized use, counterfeiting or imitation. The rights holder can take civil action against infringers to prevent the infringing use and claim damages. Criminal sanctions are also available for willful trademark counterfeiting on a commercial scale. It is crucial to secure registered trademark protection in both Latin and Arabic characters for legal validity in Bahrain.
What Can be Registered as a Trademark in Bahrain
Bahrain's trademark law protects word marks, logos, slogans, 3-dimensional shapes, sounds, smells, colours and product packaging. Well-known marks receive broader protection even without registration. Geographical indications and trade names are also protected under separate legislation in Bahrain.
The law allows for the registration of words, logos, shapes, sounds, smells, or a combination of these to be registered as trademarks.
Word marks refer to words, letters, numbers, or a combination of these. Common examples of word marks are company and brand names. Logos that are distinctive can also be registered as trademarks.
What Cannot be Registered as a Trademark in Bahrain
Bahrain's Trademark Office aims to protect marks that are capable of distinguishing the goods or services of one business from another. As such, marks that are generic, descriptive, or non-distinctive are not registrable as trademarks.
Generic terms are common names that refer to a class of goods or services and cannot identify a specific brand or product. For example, “mobile phone” and “restaurant” are generic.
Descriptive marks only describe a characteristic or quality of the goods and services, such as their intended purpose, function, size, or ingredients. Marks that are merely decorative or functional cannot be registered either.
The trademark must also not be deceptive or contrary to public order or morality. For eg., religious significance marks and red cross marks identical to the applicant's mark will be rejected. Marks that could mislead consumers or promote unlawful or immoral behavior will also be rejected. In Bahrain, as in most countries, trademarks cannot be registered if they are identical or confusingly similar to other registered trademarks or well-known marks. The trademark office conducts searches to identify potential conflicts before a mark is registered.
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Documents Required
To register a trademark in Bahrain, certain documents must be submitted to the Trademarks Registration Office.
Trademark application form must be filled out and signed by the trademark owner or their legal representative.
Passport Copy of the Applicant(s) (in case the applicant is an individual).
3. Electric Bill
You’ll need to show the electric bill for your company’s registered office. It’s like a way to prove where your business is located.
4. Passport Copy
Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 more months. You’ll need to provide a copy of your passport as part of the application process.
