Trademark FAQs - related questions & answers

Question: What is a specimen?

Answer:
A specimen is a real-world example of how the mark is actually used on the goods or in the offer of services. Labels, tags, or containers for the goods are considered to be acceptable specimens of use.

Question: Do I have to be a U.S. Citizen to obtain a federal registration?

Answer:
No. However, an applicant's citizenship must be set forth in the record. If an applicant is not a citizen of any country, then a statement to that effect is sufficient.

Question: Does the Patent and Trademark Office have a homepage on the Internet?

Answer:
The Patent & Trademark Office homepage is http://www.uspto.gov.
 

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