Form TM22 - Notice to surrender a registration 2025

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Form TM22 is a notice for surrendering a registered trade mark without any fee. It outlines the process for giving up all legal rights to a registered trade mark, emphasizing that once surrendered, the registration cannot be reinstated. The form requires details about the trade mark, the owner, and any interested parties, along with declarations confirming notification or consent from those parties. Instructions for submission and data privacy information are also included.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Begin by entering the trade mark number you wish to surrender in the designated field. Ensure this is accurate as it identifies your registration.
Next, provide the full name of the recorded owner(s) as currently listed on the Register. This is crucial for verifying ownership.
Indicate if there are any other interested parties with a registered interest in the trade mark by selecting 'Yes' or 'No'. If 'Yes', proceed to list their names and details.
In the declaration section, confirm that you have notified all interested parties about your intention to surrender the trade mark at least three months prior.
Complete your signature, name (in block capitals), and date in Section 7. This can be done electronically or handwritten.
Finally, review all sections for completeness before saving your document. Once satisfied, email your completed PDF form to forms@ipo.gov.uk or print and post it if necessary.

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Can I use a trademark that has been cancelled?

It is possible to claim a trademark once its dead. When a trademark is listed as dead, its previous live status wont bar you from registration. However, you will run into problems of the original owner is still using the trademark or decides to start using it again after a period of time.

How to tell if a trademark is abandoned?

If a mark isnt used for three years, its accepted as abandoned at face value unless the owner can prove otherwise. Thats where the risk arises. If you can prove in court that the original owner had no intent to continue its use, then ihave at it.

What is a surrendered trademark?

Updated February 10, 2025 Trademark. Surrendering a trademark registration involves the voluntary relinquishment of rights, docHubly impacting brand identity, business operations, and long-term strategy. It may result from business closure, cost-cutting, or rebranding efforts.

How do I withdraw my TM application?

You can email trademark.examination@ipo.gov.uk to withdraw a trade mark application which is not yet registered. Use this form to give up all of your legal rights in a registered trade mark. Note: Once the registration is surrendered it cannot be reinstated.

What happens to trademarks when a company closes?

When a company goes out of business, the trademark is sold, licensed, or abandoned. Also, if a company doesnt use its trademark for three years, the USPTO could cancel it and make it part of the public domain (meaning anyone can use it).

What does it mean if a trademark is surrendered?

Give up (surrender) your rights to a trade mark Fill in either a: notice to surrender a registered trade mark - to give up all your rights in a trade mark. notice to partially surrender a registration - if you only want to give up some of your rights.

How do you withdraw a trademark registration?

Yes, you can withdraw a trademark application by submitting a formal request with the trademark office. The process involves filing a withdrawal form and receiving confirmation from the office.

Form TM22 - Notice to surrender a registration 2025

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