If No Identical Trademark Is Found, Is Registration Guaranteed?

No. Not finding an identical trademark in the search does not show that the application will definitely be registered. Similar trademarks, a lack of distinctive character, terms that directly describe the product or service and other grounds for refusal set out in the legislation can all affect the outcome of the application.

A trademark search is research that helps identify risks before an application. It is not a guarantee of registration or an approval decision issued by the office. The final assessment of trademark applications is made by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office.