Barbados
Lysaght offers a complete IP service in this jurisdiction, assisting clients in the registration, renewal, recordal and enforcement of their IP rights.
Trade Mark Information
Types of Trade Mark
Classification
International, Nice Classification;
Single class;
Goods and services can be registered.
International Arrangements
Convention priority can be claimed.
Renewal
10 years from the registration date, and every 10 years thereafter;
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 5 years from registration renders it vulnerable to an action for cancellation by third parties. A statement of use or non-use is required upon renewal of a mark.
Patent Information
Types of Patent
Substantive with or without priority claim;
PCT national phase.
International Arrangements
Convention priority can be claimed.
Duration
20 years from the effective filing date.
Renewal
Renewal fees are due for payment annually, on the first and each subsequent anniversary of the effective filing date;
There is a 6 month grace period available.
Design Information
Types of Design
International Arrangements
Convention priority can be claimed.
Duration
15 years from the filing date.
Renewal
Renewals are due for payment on the 5th and 10th anniversaries of the effective filing date;
There is a 6 month grace period available.
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