Trademark Renewal in Belarus FAQ

Trademark renewal in Belarus keeps a registration in force for the next 10-year period. This FAQ covers renewal costs, class rules, grace period, PoA requirements and timing.

What is the cost of renewal of a trademark registration in Belarus?

The cost of renewal is about 1,100 EUR.

Does the renewal fee depend on the number of classes?

No. The renewal cost is the same regardless of the number of registered Nice classes.

Can a trademark be renewed only for selected classes?

No. In Belarus, a renewal request can be filed only for all registered Nice classes.

Is there a grace period for renewal?

Yes. A trademark registration may be renewed during a 6-month grace period subject to payment of a fine.

What is the cost of late renewal?

The cost of late renewal is about 1,440 EUR.

How is the renewal fee calculated?

The renewal fee is paid in Belarusian rubles. The official fee amount in foreign currency depends on the applicable law, the base value, and the exchange rate, and may vary accordingly.

Which documents are required for renewal?

The only document required is a power of attorney in the name of the trademark owner.

Can a renewal request be filed electronically?

Yes. A renewal or recordal request may be filed electronically or on paper.

Is the original PoA required?

Electronic filing may be made with a scanned copy of the PoA, but the original should be available to the patent attorneys if the Belarus PTO requests it.

How long does renewal recordal take?

The renewal is usually recorded within 15 days.

For what period is a trademark renewed?

A trademark registration is renewed for the next 10 years.

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