FAQ
Documents & Power of Attorney FAQ
Document requirements are often procedure- and country-specific. This section collects recurring questions on PoA, notarization, legalization, originals, scanned copies and translations.
Questions and answers
Is a power of attorney usually required?
Yes. Most trademark procedures in Belarus, Russia and Kazakhstan require a PoA or may require it depending on the filing route and local practice.
Is notarization always required?
No. Notarization requirements vary by country and by signatory. For example, Belarus may accept a simply signed PoA from the head of the company, Russia generally does not require notarization, while Kazakhstan may require notarization if the PoA is not sealed.
Are electronic signatures accepted?
Electronic signatures are not always accepted. In Belarus, an e-signature is not acceptable for the PoA or assignment deed based on the current materials.
Can scanned copies be used?
In many procedures scanned copies may be used for filing, but originals may still need to be available if requested by the PTO or required for a specific recordal.
Related FAQ pages
Power of Attorney in Belarus
Belarus PoA practice appears across renewal, assignment and recordal pages.
Power of Attorney in Russia
Russia PoA requirements for renewal and recordals.
Power of Attorney in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan PoA signature, seal and notarization practice.
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