Starting today, 20 December 2021, the Ukrainian Intellectual Property Institute (UKRPATENT) will be giving access to the Madrid e-Filing service to trademark applicants via its website. Brand owners will now have the possibility to file international applications online.
How to use the Madrid e-Filing service?
1. Log on to the website of the Ukrainian Intellectual Property Institute and select "Electronic application for international registration" (under IP services - Apply).
2. Enter the basic application/registration number and check the fields prepopulated with data from records from UKRPATENT.
3. Select the designated Contracting Parties and goods and services for protection.
4. Update mark, holder, representative and language correspondence details.
5. Pay the “handling fee for proceedings of the applications under the Madrid Protocol” to UKRPATENT as described and the fees to WIPO using a Current Account at WIPO, a credit card or PayPal.
6. Upon certification by UKRPATENT and the confirmation of payment, the system sends the application directly to WIPO for registration.
7. Respond to irregularity letters when necessary.
8. Receive your international registration number.