PARAGUAY
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;
Goods and 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 or more renders it open to an action for cancellation by third parties.
Patent information
Types of Patent
Substantive with or without priority claims.
International Arrangements
Convention priority can be claimed.
Duration
20 years from the filing date.
Renewal
Renewal fees are due annually, in advance, on the anniversary of the filing date, with the first fee falling due on the second anniversary of the filing date (i.e. in respect of the third year).
design information
Types of Design
International Arrangements
Convention priority can be claimed.
Duration
Designs are registered for a term of 15 years.
Renewal
Renewal payments are due on the 5th and 10th anniversaries of the filing date, and the renewal application must be filed before the expiration date - there is no grace period available for the late payment of a renewal fee after the due date.
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