What are the steps involved in the trademark application process in Slovakia after it has been submitted?

The process for trademark application in Slovakia includes the following steps:

1. 
   Examination – The application undergoes a review for:
   
   
   
   • Classification
   
   
   • Formality
   
   
   • Deceptiveness
   
   
   • Descriptiveness
   
   
   • Distinctiveness
   
   
   • Conflicts with existing registrations
   
   
   • Adherence to moral principles and public order
   
   
   • Conflicts with flags, symbols, or names of states, nations, regions, or international organizations
   
   
   • Conflicts with coats of arms or emblems
   
   
   • Conflicts with religious symbols
   
   
   
   


2. 
   Publication – Key details about the application are made available online and in print, allowing third parties to file opposition if necessary. This includes:
   
   
   
   • The mark
   
   
   • Applicant’s name and address
   
   
   • Application number and date
   
   
   • Goods/services covered
   
   
   • Priority claim information
   
   
   • Trademark representation
   
   
   • Attorney, representative, or agent details
   
   
   
   


3. 
   Registration – The trademark is registered once any opposition issues are resolved.