Independent Country

British Commonwealth English Common Law Jurisdiction

The Trade Marks Act of 1906 as amended provides for local trademark registrations with effect from the date of application. There is no provision for extension of registration of UK trademarks as provided in several other Commonwealth Caribbean jurisdictions, but international priority is available. 

Service marks cannot be registered. No local use or intent to use is necessary prior to application but failure to use a trademark within a period of five years following registration may subject the mark to a court action for cancellation. The registration term is 14 years and is renewable for like periods.

The Power of Attorney form needs to be notarized.


Click here to download Power of Attorney form for Bahamas