Trademark in New Zealand, New Zealand Trademark
Fee and procedure of trademark renewal in New Zealand. In order to renew trademark validity in New Zealand, trademark owner is required to file their New Zealand trademark renewal prior to due date. Renew New Zealand trademark now.
| Scope of work: Filing trademark renewal in New Zealand | FEE
($US) |
| For the 1st class | 690.00 |
| For the 2nd class | 460.00 |
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Key IP issues affecting licensing agreements in New Zealand
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