TRADE MARK INFORMATION | |
Classification | International, Nice 10th Edition Single class Goods and services can be registered |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Renewal | 10 years from the registration date, and every 10 years thereafter There is a 6 month grace period available on payment of a late fine |
Use provisions | Non-use of a trade mark for a period of 5 years from registration renders it vulnerable to an action for cancellation by third parties. A statement of use or non-use is required upon renewal of a mark |
PATENT INFORMATION | |
Types of Patent | Substantive with or without priority claim PCT national phase |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Duration | 20 years from the effective filing date |
Annuities | Renewal fees are due for payment annually, on the first and each subsequent anniversary of the effective filing date There is a 6 month grace period available |
DESIGN INFORMATION | |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Duration | 15 years from the filing date |
Renewal | Renewals are due for payment on the 5th and 10th anniversaries of the effective filing date There is a 6 month grace period available |