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Central Asia

Central Asia

Your Trusted Intellectual Property Partner in Central Asia

At Codex & Co. Intellectual Property, our commitment to the provision of exceptional intellectual property services in the emerging markets of Central Asia is strong. We are forerunners, and we help businesses, law firms, inventors, and innovators to safeguard their intellectual property and the expression of their ideas. We have a client-driven approach. You can always rely on us if you want to maintain the assets of your IP in this rapidly developing region.

Comprehensive Coverage, Proactive Management

Our extensive network and strategic presence enable us to deliver seamless IP services tailored to your unique needs. With physical offices in Central Asia, South Asia, and Africa, as well as a strong network of trusted local associates, we take care of every aspect to ensure your rights are protected at all times. Whether you are navigating local regulations or dealing with multi-jurisdictional filings, we support you through the entire process.

Your Partner for Regional IP Excellence

Understanding the complexities of regional IP organizations and filing procedures is essential for protecting your intellectual property. We offer expert guidance on:

  • Filing procedures for trademarks, patents, and designs across Central Asian jurisdictions.
  • Insights into regional frameworks and legal systems unique to Central Asia.
  • Strategic advice to maximize IP protection while optimizing costs.

Looking for filing requirements in any Central Asian country? Simply select your desired country and email us for personalized assistance.

Laws and Classification:
  • The International Classification of Goods and Services (10th Edition) is followed.
  • Multi-class applications can be submitted.
Filing Requirements:
  1. A legalized Power of Attorney. If there is no Afghani Consulate, it must first be legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the applicant’s country and then in Kabul.
  2. Name and address of the applicant in English.
  3. Copies of the trademark.
  4. A trademark application can be filed without a legalized Power of Attorney, which can be submitted within three months at no extra cost.
Grace Period:
  • A grace period of 6 months is allowed for late renewals without a surcharge.
Documents Required for Filing:
  1. Legalized Power of Attorney (as above).
  2. Prints of the trademark.
  3. Name and address of the applicant in English.
  4. Classes of goods (International Classification).
  5. The Afghani Trademark Registrar allows filing applications and obtaining a filing number, date, and official certificate with a scanned, colored copy of the legalized Power of Attorney. The original must be submitted within one month at no extra cost.
Timeframe:
  • Filing to registration typically takes 6 to 9 months.
Renewal Requirements:
  1. Legalized Power of Attorney.
  2. Copy of the latest valid registration certificate.
  3. 10 prints of the trademark.
  4. Trademark registrations are valid for 10 years from the filing date and renewable for subsequent 10-year periods.
  5. There is a 6-month grace period for late renewals without a surcharge.
Recordal of Assignment, Merger, or License:
  1. Legalized Power of Attorney by an Afghan Consulate.
  2. Deed of assignment, merger, or license legalized by an Afghan Consulate.
  3. Original copy of the latest valid registration certificate.
  4. Prints of the trademark (or JPEG file) – not required for word marks.
Patent Protection in Central Asia

Currently, no statutory patent laws are in force in Central Asia, making it impossible to file patent applications. As an alternative to address this legal gap, clients are advised to publish a Cautionary Notice in local newspapers in English.

Purpose of Cautionary Notice:
  • To declare ownership of an invention related to a specific matter by the inventor(s) or company.
  • Although not officially registered, the notice can serve as a basis for claiming priority rights in the future when patent laws are enacted in Central Asia.
Important Note:
  • The Cautionary Notice must be detailed, not brief, to be effective for future priority claims.
Basic Information for Publishing a Cautionary Notice:
  1. Full name and address of the applicant(s).
  2. Full name and address of the inventor(s).
  3. Softcopy of the specification.
  4. Softcopy of the drawings.
  5. Softcopy of the claims.
  6. Softcopy of the abstract.
Comprehensive Guide to Design and Domain Name Registration in Central Asia

In Central Asia, a design registration is valid for 10 years from the filing date and can be renewed for an additional term of 5 years, giving it a total validity of 15 years. To issue the registration certificate, the design must already have a home registration or any other foreign registration. The specifications must match those in the basic registration, which can be in the form of drawings or photographs showing at least three views of the design.

Applications are examined for compliance with formalities, novelty, and industrial applicability. An annual maintenance fee is required on the anniversary of the grant date, with a 6-month grace period for late payments, subject to a surcharge. Multiple-figure applications are now allowed, with up to 50 figures per application.

The international specification of designs is not applied in Central Asia, and no strict novelty requirements exist. Accepted design applications are published in the Official Gazette, allowing a 30-day period for opposition by any interested party.

Design Requirements:
  • A signed Power of Attorney, certified with an Apostille.
  • A certified copy of the Home Registration or any foreign registration.
  • Three copies of the design drawings.
  • A summary description of the design.
  • A certified copy of the priority document, if claiming priority.

A design application can initially be filed with a simple copy of the signed and sealed Power of Attorney bearing the official stamp of the applicant company. However, the original legalized Power of Attorney must be submitted within three months of filing the application, along with simple copies of the documents listed under points 2 and 5.

Domain Name Registration in Central Asia
Filing Requirements:
  • A completed application form, which can be submitted by mail, email, or fax.
  • A letter requesting the domain name registration, printed on official letterhead and submitted by mail or fax.
  • A signed Power of Attorney, certified with an Apostille.
FILING REQUIREMENTS
Copyright Applications
  • A Power of Attorney legalized up to the Middle East Consulate.
  • Three copies of the work.
  • A legalized copy of the deed of assignment, if the applicant is not the author.
REGISTRATION AND TIME FRAME

The approximate time frame for completing the registration process is 4 to 6 weeks.