MEXICO
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 filing date, and every 10 years thereafter;
There is a 6 month grace period.
Use Provisions
Non-use of a trade mark for a period of 3 years from registration renders it vulnerable to an action for cancellation by third parties.
Patent information
Types of Patent
Substantive with or without priority;
PCT national phase.
International Arrangements
Convention priority can be claimed.
Duration
20 years from the effective filing date.
Renewal
Renewal fees are due in advance, every 5 years (quinquennia), on the anniversary of the filing date, but the proprietor may opt to pay several or all future annuities at once.
There is a 6 month grace period.
design information
Types of Design
International Arrangements
Convention priority can be claimed.
Duration
5 years, extensible by a further two periods of 5 years each.
Renewal
Renewal fees are payable on the 5th and 10th anniversaries of the filing date;
There is a 6 month grace period.
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