GUATEMALA
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 10th Edition;
Single class system;
Services can be registered.
International Arrangements
Convention priority can be claimed.
Renewal
10 years from the registration 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
Substantive, with or without priority claim;
PCT national phase.
International Arrangements
Convention priority can be claimed.
Duration
Patents are granted for a term of 20 years from their effective filing date.
Renewal
Annual renewal fees are payable in advance, for the third and each subsequent year from the effective filing date.
design information
Types of Design
International Arrangements
Convention priority can be claimed.
Duration
Designs are registered for an initial term of 10 years from the filing date. A further 5 years can be obtained on payment of a renewal fee.
Renewal
A renewal fee is payable before expiry of the initial 10-year term.
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