Trademark Change (Recordal of Change) in Spain

Trademark Change (Recordal of Change) in Spain ®

Officially update trademark owner name or address with the Spanish Patent and Trademark Office. Ensure your rights remain valid and receive critical communications in Spain.

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$339

Timely Updates on Spanish Trademark Information

Update the official OEPM trademark register when your business details change. Ensure your rights remain valid and enforceable in Spain.

1. Service Overview

When your company undergoes a name change, merger, acquisition, or address update, it is essential to record these changes with the Spanish Patent and Trademark Office (OEPM). Spain requires timely and accurate trademark record updates to ensure valid ownership and maintain effective legal protection. Our service ensures that all your changes are properly filed and accepted by OEPM.

2. Why Updating Your Trademark Details in Spain is Essential

  • ✅ Legal Enforcement: Accurate owner information is required to enforce your rights before Spanish courts and authorities.

  • ✅ Official Communications: OEPM sends all notices to the address on record, including opposition, renewal, and procedural communications.

  • ✅ Assignment & Licensing: Proper records are mandatory for registering trademark licenses or assignments in Spain.

  • ✅ Due Diligence: Updated records ensure smooth transactions for mergers, sales, and investment involving Spanish IP assets.

3. The Spain Trademark Change Process

The Spain Trademark Change Process

Spain’s recordal system requires accurate documentation and timely submission to OEPM.

1

Change Request & Document Collection

You provide the trademark number and supporting documents for the required change.

2

Document Preparation

We prepare OEPM-compliant documentation and translations if needed.

3

OEPM Filing

We submit the official change recordal request to OEPM and provide the filing receipt.

4

OEPM Examination

OEPM reviews the request. 

5

Register Update

Upon approval, OEPM updates the official register and issues an official certificate.

4. Fee Structure for Spain Trademark Change

Project Cost (USD) Details & Notes

Each registration number

339 Name change and address change are counted as two separate items.

Official Source: OEPM – Spanish Patent and Trademark Office

5. What We Need From You

  • Trademark registration number(s)

  • Proof of change (e.g., business registration certificate, name change certificate)

  • Signed Power of Attorney

  • Details of the changes to be recorded

Keep Your Spain Trademark Records Updated

Ensure your trademark rights remain fully enforceable with accurate registration details in Spain.

What's the difference between a Change and an Assignment in Spain?
A Change updates details of the same legal entity. An Assignment transfers ownership to a different legal entity.
Do I get a new certificate after a change of details in Spain?
No, OEPM updates the electronic register but doesn't issue new certificates for address or name changes.
Can I change details for multiple trademarks in one application?
Yes, you can request changes for multiple trademarks owned by the same proprietor in one application.