Understanding the benefits and drawbacks can help you make an informed decision:
Benefits
Streamlined Process: Simplifies international trademark registration. Cost Savings: Reduces overall costs compared to filing in each country separately. Centralized Management: Easier to manage changes and renewals.
Drawbacks
Dependency: The international registration depends on the basic registration for the first five years. Varying Local Laws: Each designated country will still examine your trademark according to its laws, which may lead to refusals.