Slovakia Trademark Renewal

A trademark registration in Slovakia is valid for 10 years from the application date and may be renewed indefinitely in 10-year periods.

• Renewal window: Up to 12 months before expiration
• Grace period: 6 months after expiration
• After grace period: The trademark automatically lapses

• Power of Attorney (no legalization required)
• Identification number (e.g., tax ID or organizational number)
• Renewals are published in the Official Gazette
• No proof of use required

• Restoration is possible via restitutio in integrum:
• Must be requested within 2 months of obstacle removal
• Not later than 6 months after the grace period expires
• Re-registration by third parties is allowed immediately after lapse

• The IPO SK sends reminder notices about upcoming expiration, but not about final cancellation
• Trademark holders should still track dates proactively

Avoid:

• Missing the 6-month grace period
• Ignoring the need for a Power of Attorney and ID number
• Not applying electronically if cost savings are desired

You have 6 months post-expiration to renew with a late renewal fee. After that, the mark lapses unless restoration is successfully requested.

Yes, through restitutio in integrum, but only under strict timelines and valid justification.

No. Use is not required to maintain or renew a trademark in Slovakia.

Submit the update to the Slovak IPO with the necessary documentation.

We simplify renewals in Slovakia: filing on time, submitting compliant documents, and ensuring your rights remain protected under Slovak and EU law.

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