Renewal of Design in Paraguay
| Protection Period (years) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Power of Attorney must be notarized | Yes |
| max period of protection maximum (years) | 15 |
| Patent- and Trademarkoffice | DNAPI |
| Flat fee incl. official fees | Yes |
Detailed Explanation for Extending Design Protection in Paraguay
Our law firm provides comprehensive support for extending your registered design protection in Paraguay. We monitor the protection periods of your design and notify you in a timely manner when an extension is required. With our assistance, you can ensure uninterrupted protection for your design.
1. Protection Duration and Extension Options
In Paraguay, the maximum protection period for a registered design is 15 years, provided that the necessary extensions are applied for on time:
- Initial Protection Period: A design is initially protected for 5 years from the filing date.
- Two Extensions: Protection can be extended twice for additional periods of 5 years, bringing the total protection duration to 15 years.
- Start of Protection: Protection begins on the date of filing with the authority or, if a priority claim was made, from the earlier priority date.
2. Requirements and Procedure for Extension
The extension of design protection in Paraguay involves the following steps:
- Formal Extension Application: The application must be filed with the relevant authority.
- Timely Fee Payment: The extension fees must be paid before the end of the current protection period.
The extension becomes effective upon the expiration of the previous protection period, provided the application and fees are submitted on time.
3. Required Documents
To process your design extension efficiently, we require the following information and documents:
- The registration number of your design.
- The filing date of the design.
- Any supporting documents related to priority or the registration certificate, if applicable.
These details ensure that your application is submitted accurately and on time.
4. Costs and Fees
Our services include:
- Timely extension of your registered design.
- Official fees required for each protection period.
Our prices are calculated per protection period and include the standard official fees. Any additional late fees incurred due to delayed submissions or payments are not included in the standard fee and will be invoiced separately.
5. Importance of Timely Engagement
To ensure that the extension process is completed on time and without additional costs, we recommend engaging our services early. This allows us sufficient time to prepare and submit all necessary applications before the deadlines. Timely engagement helps you avoid potential delays or penalties.
Why Choose Us for Your Design Extension in Paraguay
Rely on our extensive experience in international design protection. We handle the entire extension process for your design in Paraguay, manage all administrative steps, and ensure that your design protection continues seamlessly. Contact us today – we are here to guide you through every step of the process.