TRADE MARK INFORMATION | |
Classification | International, Nice 10th Edition Multi-class Services can be registered |
Priority | Convention priority can be claimed |
Renewal | Renewal fees are payable every 10 years after the filing date |
Use provisions |
It is not necessary to use a registered mark to maintain its validity. The cancellation of registrations on the basis of non-use is not available. |
PATENT INFORMATION | |
Types of Patent |
Substantive with or without priority; PCT national phase |
Priority | Convention priority may be claimed |
Duration | 20 years from the effective filing date |
Annuities | Annuities covering the first ten years are payable at the time of grant. Fees for the remainder of the life of the patent must be paid on the 10th anniversary of the filing date, or within the six months that follow the expiration of that term along with a late fine |
DESIGN INFORMATION | |
Priority | Convention priority may be claimed |
Duration | A registered design is valid for a non-renewable period of 10 years from the filing date |
Renewal | No renewal fees are payable |