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TRADE MARK INFORMATION | |
Classification | Local Classification which adopts and follows International Classification based on the Nice Convention Single- or multi-class Goods and services can be registered |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Renewal | For marks registered on or after 6th August 2003, the renewal term is 10 years from the filing date and every 10 years thereafter |
Use provisions | If the trade mark has not been used within 3 years from its date of registration or at least 3 consecutive years, it may be subject to cancellation. Subsequent use of the mark can restore protection, if no party in the interim has requested cancellation |
PATENT INFORMATION | |
Types of Patent |
PCT national phase Substantive with or without priority claim |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Duration | 20 years from the effective filing date |
Annuities | Renewal fees are due within 6, 10, 14 and 18 years from the date of application, or within 6 months thereafter on payment of a late fine. |
DESIGN INFORMATION | |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Duration |
5 years as of the filing date, renewable for two similar periods of 5 years each subject to the payment of renewal fees. |
Renewal | Renewal fees are payable before expiry of each 5 year term |