Renewal of Industrial Design in Hongkong
| Protection Period (years) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Power of Attorney must be notarized | No |
| max period of protection maximum (years) | 25 |
| Patent- and Trademarkoffice | IPD |
| Flat fee incl. official fees | Yes |
Extension of Design Protection in Hong Kong
Extending the design protection in Hong Kong is essential for ensuring long-term protection against unauthorized use and imitation of your creative works. Our law firm provides comprehensive support throughout the extension process, ensuring that your design rights are maintained in a legally secure and efficient manner.
Protection Duration and Extension Options
In Hong Kong, a registered design is initially protected for a period of five years from the date of registration. To maintain protection, it can be extended by another five years after each period. This means you can enjoy up to 25 years of design protection by submitting timely extension applications.
Requirements for Successful Extension
To successfully extend the protection of your design, the following requirements must be met:
- Timely Application Submission: The extension application must be submitted to the relevant authority before the current protection period expires.
- Payment of Extension Fees: The official extension fees must be paid within the designated time frame to ensure continued protection.
- Complete and Correct Documentation: Required documents include the registration number of the design, evidence of previous extensions, and, if applicable, identity documents of the applicant.
Process of the Extension
The extension process includes the following steps:
- Review of Documents: Initially, all required documents are reviewed. Our law firm ensures that all your documents are complete and accurate to avoid delays in the process.
- Deadline Management: We monitor the deadlines for you and remind you in advance of the upcoming extension to ensure no deadlines are missed, and your rights do not expire.
- Application Submission: The extension application is carefully prepared by our experts and submitted to the authority on time. The application contains all necessary details to ensure a swift processing time.
- Government Review: After submission, the relevant authority checks the completeness of the documents, the timely payment of fees, and compliance with all legal requirements.
- Confirmation of Extension: After successful review, the extension is approved and registered. You will receive an official confirmation, ensuring the continuation of your design rights.
Our Comprehensive Services
Our law firm offers you a comprehensive service package:
- Deadline Management: We keep track of all deadlines and notify you in advance.
- Application Submission: We professionally prepare and submit the extension application on your behalf.
- Document Service: Our experts review and complete your documents.
- Payment Processing: We ensure the timely payment of all applicable fees.
- Communication with Authorities: We maintain direct contact with the relevant authorities and clarify any queries or discrepancies.
- Strategic Advice: We develop tailored strategies for the long-term protection of your designs.
Why Choose Our Law Firm?
With our extensive experience in international design protection, we ensure that your extension process is carried out quickly, securely, and efficiently. You benefit from personalized advice, legally sound processing, and transparent communication. We handle the entire process, allowing you to focus on your core business while we protect your design rights.
Contact Us for a Hassle-Free Extension
Would you like to secure your design rights in Hong Kong for the long term? Contact us today, and we will handle the extension process for you smoothly and stress-free. Our experts are here to provide you with professional advice and comprehensive service to protect your creative works and maintain legal protection.