TRADE MARK INFORMATION | |
Classification | International, Nice 7th Edition Multi-class Goods and services can be registered |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Renewal | Renewal fees are payable after 10 years less 1 day from the filing date or priority date, whichever expires sooner 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 3 years from the date of registration where it can be shown that there was no bona fide intent to use, or 5 years in any other event, renders the mark vulnerable to an action for cancellation by third parties |
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 2nd 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 | Renewal fees are due for payment on the 5th and 10th anniversaries of the filing date |