Singapore
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| TRADE MARK INFORMATION | |
| Classification | International, Nice 8th Edition Multi-class Goods and services can be registered |
| Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
| Renewal | 10 years from the filing date and every 10 years thereafter |
| Use provisions |
Non-use of a mark for a period of 5 years from registration renders it open to an action for cancellation by third parties. |
| 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 | Annuities are payable commencing before expiration of the fourth year from the effective filing date |
| DESIGN INFORMATION | |
| Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
| Duration | Design registrations have an initial term of 5 years from the date of registration, but this term may be extended for up to two further periods of 5 years |
| Renewal | Renewal fees are payable on the 5th and 10th anniversaries of the registration date |
Wed, 26/10/2011 - 09:00
We have just learnt that the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore ('IPOS') has adjusted the official fees relating to patents, trade marks and designs. The new fees will take effect from 1 December 2011. The adjustments all result in increases in the fees payable for the filing, prosecution and renewal of IP rights in Singapore, although not all relevant fees have been changed.For specific details of the new fees payable in Singapore, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Mon, 12/07/2004 - 12:17
The Singapore Patent Law has been amended with effect from 1 July 2004, with the aim of providing a more balanced and efficient system for patent applicants. Changes of particular significance are summarised below.
· The introduction of new two-track system for examination of patent applications, and changes to the prescribed deadlines;
Tue, 29/06/2004 - 12:15
Singapore has made a number of amendments to its trade marks law. The new Act will come into effect on 1 July 2004, and its main provisions are as follows:-
· The new law provides a Statutory definition of ?dilution? and expands the definitions of relative grounds to incorporate dilution as grounds for refusal of an application.
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