2. The application process

An application for a Commissioners Certificate or for an assignment or transmission of a trade mark must be made in writing. The Commissioner will accept any manner of written communication that contains all the requirements for filing the documents under the Act. IPONZ has set out the minimum requirements on the IPONZ website.¹

IPONZ has also provided examples of the forms that contain all the requirements.² These examples which can be accessed on the IPONZ website are simply illustrative of one format and are not the only format that will be acceptable.

IPONZ will accept photocopies of documents filed in support of an application for recordal of an assignment or transmission. Copies of certificates issued by the New Zealand Companies Office will also be acceptable.

Footnotes

¹See Guidelines to Minimum Requirements for Filing Applications.