MADAGASCAR
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
Substantive with or without priority claims.
Classification
Multi-class; Nice Classification;
Goods and services can be registered;
Specification must be filed in French.
International Arrangements
Paris Convention priority can be claimed.
Renewal
10 years from the filing date and every 10 years thereafter;
There is a 6 month grace period available.
Use Provisions
Non-use of a trade mark for a period of 3 years from registration causes the right in the mark to lapse for lack of use, unless a legitimate excuse for non-use can be provided.
Patent information
Substantive, with or without priority claims;
PCT national phase;
Patent of Addition;
Inventor's Certificate.
Types of Patent
15 years from the effective filing date, but this can be extended by a further 5 year period upon payment of the corresponding fee, provided that annuities have been paid up to date. The extension fee is due in the 2 months leading up to the due date for the 16th annuity, and a statement of use must also be provided.
International Arrangements
Duration
Paris Convention priority can be claimed.
Renewal
Renewals are payable on the 3rd anniversary of the effective filing date, and annually thereafter. The first 2 years' annuities are paid with the filing fee. A 6-month grace period is available on payment of a late fine.
design information
Types of Design
Substantive, with or without priority claims.
International Arrangements
Paris Convention priority can be claimed.
Duration
5 years from the filing date, renewable for two further 5 year terms.
Renewal
Renewals are payable on the 5th and 10th anniversaries of the filing date. A 6-month grace period is available on payment of a late fine.
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