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Trademark applications in Turkey frequently encounter ex officio refusals based on identity or indistinguishable similarity under Article 5/1(ç) of the Code 6769. However, the 'Letter of Consent' mechanism offers a strategic pathway to overcome such obstacles. This article outlines the procedural requirements for submitting a valid consent form to TURKPATENT and highlights the advantages of commercial negotiation over the appeal process for achieving Trademark Co-existence

A comprehensive guide for international IP firms on filing national patents in Turkey. Covers the "No PoA" policy, translation deadlines (2 months), and the 5-step registration procedure (Search & Examination) under Code 6769.

Secure your European Patent rights in Turkey! A comprehensive guide for international IP firms on the validation procedure, the strict 3-month deadline, translation requirements, and extension options.

Secure your product's visual appeal in Turkey with our guide on Industrial Design Registration. Learn about the cost-effective "Multiple Design Application" system, strict visual requirements, Locarno classification, and the streamlined process under Code 6769. No notarized PoA required for filings.

Has your trademark application in Turkey faced a provisional refusal based on Absolute Grounds? Discover the specific grounds under Article 5, the strict 2-month appeal deadline, and how to overcome refusals (including "Indistinguishably Similar" citations) with strategic appeals before the Board.