EL SALVADOR
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 applications are possible, but it is not recommendable to file the same because the additional class fees are the same as for the first class;
Goods and services can be registered.
International Arrangements
Convention priority may be claimed.
Renewal
10 years from the filing date and every 10 years thereafter.
Use Provisions
Non-use of this 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
Substantive with or without priority claims;
PCT national phase.
International Arrangements
Convention priority may be claimed.
Duration
20 years from the effective filing date.
Renewal
Annuities are due annually on the anniversary of the filing date in El Salvador, beginning on the second anniversary of the effective filing date. Failure to pay annuities when due, or within a 6 month period of grace, will lead to lapse of the patent.
design information
Types of Design
International Arrangements
Convention priority may be claimed.
Duration
Registered designs have an inextensible term of 10 years from the filing date.
Renewal
No renewal fees are payable.
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