Bulgaria (BG)
Procedures Applying when this Contracting Party is Designated
| Republication |
The Office does not republish the international registration. |
| Examination Procedure |
The Office carries out examination on substantive grounds, on issues such as the definition of a 'design', public order and morality. |
| Opposition Period |
None. |
| Time Limit for Responding to Refusal |
Two months from the date of notification (extendable once for two months). |
| Effect as Grant of Protection |
The international registration has the effect as a grant of protection as from the date of publication in the International Designs Bulletin. |
| Representation before the Office |
Holders of international registrations may not file documents or appear directly before the Office. Representatives of holders must be included in the Register, in the field of marks, geographical indications and industrial designs. A list of representatibves may be obtained from the Office or at: |
| Fees payable on division of the international registration |
Not applicable. |
Last updated on: August 21, 2012
