Change in Name and Address of a Representative

A change in the name and/or address of a representative of an international mark gives rise to its recording in the international registry. This ensures effective communication between the holder of an international mark and their representative, on the one hand, and the International Bureau, on the other.

It is not necessary to present the request for recordal of a change of the name and/or address of a representative on an official form, a simple letter will suffice insofar as it contains all the information required to carry out the recordal, such as the subject of the letter, the international registration number(s) concerned, etc. Form MM10 is however available for this purpose. This recordal is free of charge.

Please note that a change of representative itself comes under How to Appoint a Representative Before the International Bureau.

For any queries on how to present such a request through an Intellectual Property Office, please refer to « Information concerning National or Regional Procedures before IP Offices under the Madrid System » or contact the Office in question (Directory of Intellectual Property Offices).

Detailed information on a change in the name and/or address of a representative can be found in paragraphs B.II.50.14-52.01 of the Guide to the International Registration of Marks under the Madrid Agreement and the Madrid Protocol [PDF].