Transfer of trademark
The registration of a new holder, i.e., a transfer, can occur by providing proof that a sale has taken place, through a merger between companies, or via inheritance. Keep in mind that a trademark is an asset, and you can sell your trademark to someone else for payment, allowing you to make a profit.
Apply to be registered as the new holder
If you have acquired a trademark, for example through a purchase, and need to be recorded as the new holder, either you or the current registered holder can submit an application along with the transfer agreement and application fee to us. We will then process your application in order to register the change you have applied for.
Application with e-service
Use our e-service to apply to become a new owner. In it, you attach a transfer deed as a scanned copy, for example our form "Confirmation of transfer" or a separate agreement.
To the e-service Transfer of trademark (external website)
Download PDF: Confirmation of transfer (pdf 214 kB, in Swedish)
Time until notification
Visit our information page for current processing times to find out when you can expect feedback.
Application with form
If you do not want to use the e-service, the application can be made using a form sent by post. Then use the form "Application for registration/renewal regarding registered trademark" together with a deed of transfer.
Download PDF: Request to record changes to and/or renew a registered trademark (pdf 1 MB)
Download PDF: Confirmation of transfer (pdf 214 kB)
The application must include this:
- Application or registration number for the trademark.
- The new holder’s name and corporate identification number.
- The previous holder’s name and corporate identification number.
- A statement of intent that the application or registration has been transferred.
- Date when the trademark was transferred to the new holder.
- Signature with the name in block letters by appointed representatives for the party that transferred the trademark.
Transfer of several trademarks
When the transfer concerns several applications or registrations, you can state so on the form and append a list. The application fee must be paid for each trademark application or registration that is to be transferred.
Transfer document in a different language
If the transfer document is not in Swedish or English, we may request that you send in a translation that certifies that it matches the original document.
Transfer upon bankruptcy or liquidation
If the transferring party entered liquidation or bankruptcy, it is only the bankruptcy receiver or liquidator who may sign a transfer agreement in the name of the company.
Conduct a check of the holder
A transfer that was done in a proper way is legally binding even if the document is not registered in our trademark register. It is therefore important that you carefully check that the person who transfers an application or registration of a trademark to you has the right to do so and it the legal holder of the trademark.
