Paris Convention Priority for China Trademark Filings

Under the Paris Convention, if you have filed a trademark application in any member country, you have 6 months to file the same mark in China and claim the priority date of your first filing.

Why Priority Matters

Claiming priority gives you the earlier filing date in China. This is crucial in a first-to-file jurisdiction where the first applicant wins. Even one day of priority can make the difference against a squatter.

Requirements

• The Chinese application must be filed within 6 months of the first filing
• The mark and applicant must be identical
• The goods/services must be covered by the first filing
• A certified copy of the priority document must be submitted within 3 months

We handle the priority claim process to ensure your earlier filing date is properly secured.