Trademark registration Argentina - In Argentina the legal basis is the law of December 26th, 1980, in force since February 1st, 1981.Trademark protection is obtained by registration. However, under certain circumstances, it is also possible to claim protection alleging the use of a trademark. Argentina follows the first-to-file system.
A trademark application has to be filed before the Trademark Office by a local agent. A special, notarized and apostilled power of attorney is necessary. Each applicant needs to establish a legal address in the city of Buenos Aires in order to receive all the corresponding notifications.