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| What is a Trademark? | A trademark is a symbol that identifies the source of goods or services. When registered, it provides legal protection and enhances the value of your brand. |
| Timeframe | The time taken for obtaining a trademark registration in Sweden is 5 to 6 months |
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The list of benefits for trademark registration in Sweden is as follows:
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| Types of Trademark Registration |
The different types of trademark registration in Sweden are as follows:
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| Documentation Requirements |
The list of documents required for trademark registration in Sweden are as follows:
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| Procedure |
The step-by-step Sweden Trademark Registration Process are as follows:
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Trademark Licensing in Sweden lets you safely expand your business while keeping your brand protected. Ensure everyone using your brand meets your standards.
To secure legal rights over a brand name, logo, or slogan in Sweden, businesses and individuals must complete trademark registration in Sweden through the Swedish Patent and Registration Office (PRV), as the country operates on a first-to-file basis prioritizing the earliest applicant. Protection can be obtained nationally (Sweden-only via PRV), regionally (EU-wide via EUIPO), or internationally (through the Madrid Protocol), provided the mark is distinctive, non-descriptive, and doesn't conflict with existing rights.
While no Power of Attorney is needed initially, one may be required for later modifications. Trademark registration in Sweden grants exclusive usage rights, infringement protection, and enhanced brand value, with Sweden's participation in EU and global systems offering flexible coverage, critical for safeguarding brand identity and market position. For expert guidance through Sweden's trademark systems, contact Enterslice for comprehensive registration assistance and brand protection strategies in Sweden.
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Protection from Copycats
The list of benefits of trademark filing in Sweden is as follows:
Trademark registration grants the owner exclusive rights to use the mark for specific goods or services. Unauthorized use by others becomes legally actionable under Swedish law.
The Swedish Patent and Registration Office (PRV) ensures that no identical or confusingly similar trademarks are registered. This process helps protect your brand and minimizes the risk of unintentional infringement by others.
A registered trademark is a valuable intangible asset. It enhances a company’s credibility and often increases its appeal to investors and business partners.
Trademark holders can formally oppose new applications that are identical or similar to their own, safeguarding their brand identity and market presence.
Owners can prevent third parties from using identical or confusingly similar marks, especially in cases where consumer confusion is likely to stay.
Registration provides a solid legal foundation to initiate enforcement actions against infringers in Sweden and internationally.
A registered trademark distinguishes your products or services from competitors, improving brand recognition and consumer trust.
A trademark can be sold, licensed, or franchised—unlocking new business opportunities and revenue streams.
Registration allows the owner to record the trademark with Swedish customs, helping block the entry of counterfeit goods at borders.
The registration certificate serves as official proof of ownership, making legal enforcement and dispute resolution more straightforward.
Once registered, you can legally use the ® symbol, signaling official protection and deterring potential infringers.
Trademark owners have the flexibility to assign or transfer their rights, offering strategic control over their intellectual property portfolio.
Trademark protection reassures consumers about the authenticity and quality of your brand, fostering long-term loyalty.
The step-by-step process to register a trademark in Sweden is as mentioned below:
While not mandatory, it is highly recommended to perform a trademark search using the official Swedish Patent and Registration Office (PRV) database. This helps identify any existing trademarks that may be identical or similar, reducing the risk of rejection.
Submit your trademark application to the Swedish Patent and Registration Office (PRV) along with the required documents. Alternatively, since Sweden is part of the EU and a signatory to the Madrid Protocol, you may also register your trademark through the EUIPO or WIPO routes.
Once filed, the PRV examines your application to verify compliance with legal requirements. The examination includes a review of the trademark’s distinctiveness and any potential conflicts with existing registered marks.
If the application passes the examination, the mark is published in the Swedish Trademark Gazette. From the date of publication, there is a three-month opposition period during which third parties can file objections.
If no opposition is filed or if any opposition is resolved in your Favor, the PRV will issue the trademark registration certificate. The trademark will be valid for 10 years from the date of application and can be renewed indefinitely.
The Swedish Intellectual Property Office (PRV) generally takes around 5 to 6 months to complete the trademark registration process. Here is the generalized timeframe:
Filing the Sweden trademark application with PRV can be done directly. Alternatively, applicants may file via EUIPO or WIPO, depending on the desired coverage.
The PRV conducts a formal and substantive examination to check distinctiveness and potential conflicts. If accepted, the mark is published in the Swedish Trademark Gazette.
From the date of publication, third parties have 3 months to file an opposition against the Sweden trademark application.
If no opposition is filed (or if resolved in favour of the applicant), PRV issues the registration certificate. The trademark is valid for 10 years from the filing date and is renewable indefinitely.
The list of documents required to register a trademark in Sweden is as follows:
Trademark Application form
Power of attorney
General Power of attorney
Documents confirming priority
Letter of consents
Coexistence agreements
Transfers and other certificates proving the transfer of the trademark
Requests for trademark amendment
License agreements
Pledge agreements
Pledge agreements
Requests for the cancellation of a registered trademark
Yes, trademark licensing in Sweden is eligible for renewal, similar to trademark registration in Sweden. For trademark applications filed on or after January 1, 2019, the registration is valid for ten years from the date of filing. However, for applications filed before December 31, 2018, the registration is valid for ten years from the date of registration.
The renewal fees for Sweden trademark applications filed before December 31, 2018, must be paid within six months before the registration date and no later than six months after the registration date. In contrast, for applications filed on or after January 1, 2019, the trademark renewal in Sweden fees must be paid no earlier than six months before the filing date and no later than six months after the filing date. Trademark registration in Sweden may be renewed an unlimited number of times, with each renewal extending the protection for an additional ten-year period.
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The different types of trademark registration in Sweden are as follows:
Protect names, slogans, or text in standard fonts. Licensing allows others to use the brand's name under controlled guidelines.
Cover logos or graphic symbols. Licensing enables the use of visual brand elements without affecting ownership.
Apply to distinctive 3D shapes of products or packaging. Licensed use maintains uniqueness while allowing brand expansion.
Protect the placement of a mark on a product. Licensing ensures consistency in how and where the mark appears.
Relate to repeating decorative designs. Licensing allows brand patterns to be used on select products with supervision.
Safeguard signature colors or combinations. Licensing ensures color usage remains aligned with brand identity.
Protect unique sounds or jingles. Licensing enables controlled use in media or ads, reinforcing brand recall.
Apply to moving images or animated logos. Licensing lets brands expand into digital platforms while maintaining image consistency.
Combine visuals and sound. Licensing offers comprehensive use of audiovisual branding across platforms.
Protect holographic images that change with perspective. Licensing ensures the secure use of these advanced branding features.
Any individual, business, or organization can register a trademark in Sweden, regardless of their industry. Below is a detailed breakdown of eligible applicants.
Almost all industries that offer goods or services under a distinct brand identity are encouraged to register a trademark in Sweden for legal protection and brand exclusivity.
Top 10 Industries Requiring TM Registration in Sweden
Business Ideas for Trademark Licensing in Sweden
The list of compliances post trademark registration in Sweden is given below:
You may opt for Enterslice for trademark registration in Sweden for the following reasons and services:
A trademark is your business's unique identity, the distinctive mark that sets your products or services apart from competitors. By registering your trademark in Sweden, you secure exclusive legal rights to use it, protecting your brand from copycats and building customer trust.
Yes, you can verify whether a trademark is already registered in Sweden by searching the official Swedish Trademark Database (maintained by the Swedish Patent and Registration Office - PRV).
In Sweden, a trademark (registered with PRV) protects your brand identity like logos and product names, giving you exclusive rights in your industry, while a company name (registered with Bolagsverket) simply identifies your legal business entity without brand protection - for example, you might register "Nordic Goods AB" as your company name but trademark "Fjord Delights" for your food products, with trademarks requiring renewal every 10 years while company names remain valid indefinitely as long as your business operates.
For protection solely in Sweden, you must file your trademark application with the Swedish Patent and Registration Office (PRV). However, if you need international trademark protection, you can apply through the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
Importantly, to qualify for WIPO's international registration system, you must first either: (1) file a base application with PRV (for Sweden-only protection that you later extend internationally), or (2) file through EUIPO if seeking EU-wide protection that you wish to expand globally. This means your international trademark application with WIPO must build upon an existing national (Swedish) or regional (EU) registration or application.
Yes, since the trademark registration in Sweden is valid for ten years from the date of filling of an application, and the same needs to be renew to enjoy the same benefit along with the prescribe fee.
Yes, trademark registration in Sweden can be changed to a certain extent as long as they do not affect the overall impression of the trademark.
The list of benefits of trademark registration in Sweden is as follows:
Sweden follows the Nice Classification (NCL) administered by the World Intellectual Property Organisation for the classification of goods and services. Additionally, multi-class applications are allowed.
To surrender a trademark registration in Sweden, owners can either allow it to expire by not renewing after the 10-year validity period or actively request cancellation from the Swedish Patent Office (PRV), either fully or for specific goods/services. Once surrendered, protection ends immediately for cancellations or upon expiration for non-renewals, with no fee refunds or option to reverse the process.
Yes, trademark rights can be established without TM registration in Sweden, provided such trademarks are a significant part of the relevant public in Sweden as a sign for the goods or services that are being offered thereunder.
The filing requirements for trademark registration in Sweden are as follows:
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