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Advertised trademark application affecting your rights: file an admissible statement of opposition

Find the advertisement date, choose a statutory ground, identify the parties correctly and file with the fee before the deadline.

Priority

An informal protest letter does not start an opposition. Time runs from advertisement and an extension must be requested before the deadline.

Confirm the scope

Record the application number, mark, advertised owner, advertisement date and final deadline day.

Tie every objection to an allowed ground and gather facts, prior rights and the opponent’s standing.

Create the online profile, complete the statement, identify any agent and pay the prescribed fee.

Keep confirmation and a calendar for service, evidence, cross-examination, submissions and hearing.

Official sources are linked in the guide. Checked August 29, 2026; confirm current rules, forms and deadlines with the responsible authority.

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