CHILE

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;
Multi-class;
Services can be registered.

International Arrangements

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.

International Arrangements

Convention priority may be claimed.

Duration

20 years from the effective filing date.

Renewal

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

Types of Design

International Arrangements

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.

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