What Is a Geographical Indication
A geographical indication is a name or sign identifying a product that, through its distinctive quality or reputation, has become identical with a locality, region, or nation of origin.
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Required Documents
- Identification of the applicant
- Name of the designation of origin or indication of source to be registered and the product name
- Description of the product: technical information and documents on its chemical, physical, microbiological, and similar traits
- Information and documents defining the geographical boundaries of the locality or region
- Detailed information on the supervision method
- Information explaining how the registered designation of origin or indication of source is used, including branding, marking, or labeling styles
- Proof of payment of the application fee
Opposition and registration process: the application is examined in form by TÜRKPATENT. It is published in the Official Gazette and in major national newspapers. Interested parties may file an opposition arguing against the registration within 6 months of publication in the Official Gazette. If no opposition is filed, the mark is finalized and entered in the geographical indication register.
Sistem Patent offers expert consulting and support in geographical indication registration. Registering a geographical indication protects the quality and authenticity of products, builds reliability with consumers, and raises the commercial value of the products.