Renewal of Industrial Design in Macedonia
| Protection Period (years) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Power of Attorney must be notarized | No |
| max period of protection maximum (years) | 25 |
| Patent- and Trademarkoffice | SOIP |
| Flat fee incl. official fees | Yes |
Extension of Design Protection in Macedonia – Securing Your Design Rights
Comprehensive Protection for Your Design
We offer you a comprehensive service for extending design protection in Macedonia. Our goal is to secure your design rights seamlessly and prevent the loss of valuable protection. With our support, your intellectual property remains protected in the long term.
Maximum Protection Period and Extension Options
A design in Macedonia is initially registered for a protection period of 5 years. The protection can be extended up to four times by 5 years each, allowing for a maximum total duration of 25 years.
- Initial Term: 5 years from the filing date
- Extension: Up to four times by 5 years
- Maximum Protection: 25 years
Procedure for Extending Design Rights
The extension is carried out through a formal application to the competent office and the timely payment of the extension fee.
Important Deadlines:
- Regular Application: Within the last year of the protection period
- Grace Period: Up to 6 months after expiration with a late fee
- Final Expiration: If no extension is made within the grace period, the protection ends irrevocably.
Required Documents
The following information is required for the extension:
- Registration number of your design
- Date of registration and start of protection
- Details of previous extensions
Our Services for You
We provide comprehensive support that goes far beyond simple application submission. Our service includes:
- Consultation and Planning: Individual analysis of your design rights
- Deadline Management: Proactive monitoring of all relevant dates
- Application Submission: Filing and reviewing all necessary documents
- Payment Processing: Timely payment of office fees
If a deadline is missed, we assist you in applying for reinstatement.
Costs and Fees
Our prices apply per design and protection period and include official fees as well as our handling fees. Surcharges for late extensions are not included in the base price and are charged separately.
Why You Should Hire Us
With years of experience in international design protection, we offer comprehensive support and ensure the long-term security of your design rights.
- Professional advice and tailored solutions
- Reliable deadline management and timely application submission
- Legal certainty and transparent processes
Trust our expertise and ensure the sustainable protection of your design in Macedonia.