The following marks are not registrable:

• Generic words
• Marks without distinctive qualities
• Marks that include name, symbol or flag of a nation, state or region including international organizations
• Surnames
• Names of geographic locations
• Marks that resemble Red Cross or Red Crescent
• Use of picture, emblem or symbols of third parties without obtaining proper consent
• Use of honorary distinction without proofs of legal entitlement
• Use of religious symbols or signs