Trademark Know-how · Swiss trademark law

IGE

Explained briefly and clearly – from the practice of ongoing trademark monitoring.

What does "IGE" mean?

Eidgenössisches Institut für Geistiges Eigentum – die Schweizer Behörde, die Marken prüft, einträgt und veröffentlicht.

Related terms

Application number Distinctiveness Filing IPI Madrid System Nice class Opposition Opposition period Priority Term of protection Trademark monitoring Use requirement Word mark

Recent applications from practice

Here is the term in everyday practice – the latest Swiss word marks with protection check:

The Naughty Golfer 3 Aug 2026 EL MAYO 3 Aug 2026 Soue Mé 3 Aug 2026

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