TRADE MARK INFORMATION | |
Classification | International, Nice 10th Edition Multi-class, but series marks are filed as single class applications Goods and services can be registered |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Renewal | 10 years from the filing date, and every 10 years thereafter There is a 12 month grace period, and the late fine increases each month |
Use provisions | Non-use of a trade mark for a period of 3 years from the date of registration renders it vulnerable to an action for cancellation by third parties |
PATENT INFORMATION | |
Types of Patent | Substantive with or without priority claims PCT national phase |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Duration | 20 years from the effective filing date |
Annuities | Renewals are payable on the first and each subsequent anniversary of the effective filing date. There is a 6 month grace period. |
DESIGN INFORMATION | |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Duration | 5 years from the filing date, extensible by one further period of 5 years |
Renewal | Renewal fees are payable on the 5th anniversary of the filing date |