Comprehensive IP Services in Argentina
Beyond trademarks, our legal team specializes in the full spectrum of Intellectual Property:
- Trademarks: Search, filing, and 10-year surveillance.
- Patents & Utility Models: Protecting your technical innovations and industrial designs.
- Copyright & Software: Legal deposit and protection for creative works and source code.
- IP Litigation: Oppositions, cease and desist letters, and infringement defense.
Our Streamlined 5-Step Registration Process
We’ve optimized the workflow to ensure that distance is never a barrier:
- Initial Consultation: Send us your details (Name/Company, ID, and Address).
- Expert Search & Strategy: We conduct a high-level trademark search and feasibility analysis to minimize risks.
- Prompt Filing: We file your application with the INPI Argentina (National Institute of Industrial Property).
- Digital Management: Real-time updates and digital delivery of all filings.
- Certification: Upon approval, we secure your Official Trademark Certificate.
Why Choose Us as Your Local IP Partners?
- No Power of Attorney (POA) Required: Under current Argentine regulations, a simple signed authorization (scanned) is sufficient, saving you time and legalization costs.
- All-Inclusive Fees: Unlike other firms, our quotes include Trademark Custody (Surveillance) and maintenance for the full 10-year term. No hidden costs.
- Global Payment Standards: We facilitate international business with wire transfers to US bank accounts and PayPal (Credit Cards).
- Fully Digital Process: All filings, updates, and certificates delivered digitally, no need to visit Argentina.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What can be registered as a trademark?
Under Argentine Law No. 22.362, you can register words, logos, slogans, monograms, packaging, and even non-traditional signs. We include logo registration at no extra cost.
How long does the process take?
The standard registration timeline in Argentina for smooth applications is currently 8 to 10 months. We provide priority filing to secure your «date of use» immediately.
Can I claim Priority under the Paris Convention?
Yes. If you have filed elsewhere within the last 6 months, we can claim Convention Priority. You have 90 days from filing to provide the Spanish translation of the priority document.
Is local residency required?
No. Foreign individuals and corporations can own IP assets in Argentina. We act as your legal domicile, a mandatory requirement under local law.
How long is a trademark protected in Argentina?
A registered trademark is protected for 10 years from the date of approval and can be renewed indefinitely for equal periods.
Who can own a trademark in Argentina?
Both individuals and companies from any country in the world can own a trademark in Argentina. No local residency or citizenship is required.
What happens if the registration takes longer?
While the standard timeline for smooth applications is 8 to 10 months, some cases may take between 12 and 14 months if they face administrative delays. We provide priority filing to secure your «date of use» immediately.
Contact the IP Specialists
Maximize your protection in Argentina with a firm that speaks your language—legally and commercially.
- Estudio Iacona | IP Law Firm Argentina
- Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm (ART / GMT-3).
- info@marcasregistro.com.ar
- We reply in english or spanish +5491123459142
