Status code704
Registered — Section 71 accepted (Madrid)
Status 704 applies to Madrid Protocol extensions of protection in the U.S. Section 71 (similar to Section 8) showing continued use was accepted. The U.S. extension remains active.
Updated September 2, 2026 · Reviewed by CopyMark Law Group
- Official USPTO wording
- REGISTERED — SEC. 71 ACCEPTED
- Also recorded as
- 704
- Typical next step
- Follow Madrid and USPTO deadlines for the next renewal cycle.
- Typical deadline
- Madrid renewals follow WIPO and USPTO schedules — verify dates in TSDR.
What this means
International registration maintenance for the U.S. designation is current.
What usually happens next
Follow Madrid and USPTO deadlines for the next renewal cycle.
Madrid renewals follow WIPO and USPTO schedules — verify dates in TSDR.
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Frequently asked questions
Who needs to file Section 71?
Owners of U.S. extensions of protection based on international Madrid Protocol registrations file Section 71 instead of Section 8 for maintenance.
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