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What Is a Trademark Attorney in Turkey, and Why Do You Need One?
A trademark attorney is a specialist authorised to represent you before TÜRKPATENT. We explain who must use one, what they actually do, and how to choose one.
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This section brings together the core guides that explain trademark registration from start to finish. Who may file an application, which documents are required for individuals and for companies, how the timeline runs from filing to the registration certificate, and what the office does at each stage are set out step by step. The articles are written to be read in order by a business owner going through the process for the first time.
Registration is not a one-off event: protection runs in ten-year terms and lapses if it is not renewed in time. Here you will also find how renewal works, what the ® and ™ symbols mean and when each may be used, and whether owning a domain name creates trademark rights. The aim is to make clear which steps you can handle yourself and where working with an attorney genuinely changes the outcome.
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Slogan Registration: Can You Protect Your Slogan as a Trademark?
Slogans can be registered as trademarks — but not every slogan qualifies. We explain the distinctiveness threshold, common grounds for refusal, and how to improve your chances.
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What Is EPATS? A Step-by-Step Guide to Filing a Trademark Application at TÜRKPATENT
Trademark applications in Turkey are filed electronically through TÜRKPATENT's EPATS system. We walk through every step, from opening an account to paying the fee, and the mistakes people make most often.
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Trademark or Patent? The Differences Between Design and Utility Model Protection
Trademarks, patents, designs and utility models each protect a different right. We compare what each one covers, how long protection lasts, and the cost logic — in a single table.
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What Do the ® and ™ Symbols Mean? A Guide to Correct Usage
The ® and ™ symbols next to your logo carry different legal meanings. We explain which one to use and when, the consequences of using the wrong one, and correct placement.
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Does Owning a Domain Give You Trademark Rights?
We clear up the "I own the .com, so I own the brand" myth. Owning a domain does not give you trademark rights — here is why.
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Is a Domain Name the Same as a Trademark? Key Differences
I bought the domain — is the brand mine? We explain the critical differences between a domain name and a trademark, and what happens when they clash.
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How to Register a Trademark in Turkey: 2026 Step-by-Step Guide
A trademark is registered in Turkey in nine steps: a distinctive name, a similarity search, Nice classes and the list, the applicant, documents, the EPATS filing, examination-publication-opposition, the TRY 7,010 registration fee and post-registration use. Timing, 2026 fees and who does what at each step.
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Trademark Renewal in Turkey: What It Is and When to Renew
A registered trademark is not protected indefinitely: protection lasts 10 years from the filing date and must be renewed within the final six months. We explain the renewal window, the grace period, the 2026 fees and the process step by step.
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How Long Does Trademark Registration Take in Turkey? 2026 Timeline
A trademark application that meets no opposition and no refusal is usually registered in Turkey within 6–12 months. We separate the deadlines fixed by law from the periods that depend on the Office's workload, and show how deficiencies, refusals, oppositions and court actions extend the timeline and what shortens it.
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Who Can Apply for Trademark Registration?
Trademark registration is not limited to companies. We explain who can apply, from individuals to associations.
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Documents Required for Trademark Registration in Turkey (2026 Checklist)
Every Turkish trademark application needs four elements: a signed form with identity details, the representation of the mark, a list of goods and services and proof of fee payment. Individuals apply with a national ID number, companies with a trade name and tax number; other documents are added only in specific cases.
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