Renewal of Design in Dominica
| Protection Period (years) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Power of Attorney must be notarized | Yes |
| max period of protection maximum (years) | 15 |
| Patent- and Trademarkoffice | CiPO |
| Flat fee incl. official fees | Yes |
Our Support for Design Renewal in Dominica
Our law firm handles the complete process of renewing your registered industrial design in Dominica. We monitor the protection periods and notify you in advance about upcoming renewals to ensure that your design remains continuously protected.
1. Maximum Protection Duration and Renewal Options for Designs in Dominica
In Dominica, the maximum protection duration for a registered design is 15 years, provided that the required renewals are made twice. Protection begins on the filing date of the design with the relevant office and is initially granted for a 5-year protection period. This period can be extended twice by 5 years, allowing for a total protection duration of 15 years.
2. How the Renewal of Your Design Works
The renewal of the registered design in Dominica is done through a formal application to the relevant office and the payment of renewal fees. The renewal application must be submitted within the last year before the protection period expires to ensure a seamless extension. The payment of renewal fees must also be made within the protection period to guarantee continuous protection.
3. Late Payments and Additional Fees
If the renewal fee is paid after the protection period has expired, there is the option to make the payment within a grace period of up to 6 months after the protection period ends. However, a surcharge fee of 50% will be applied to the regular renewal fees. If this grace period is also missed, the design protection in Dominica will end.
4. Required Information for the Application
For the renewal process, we will need the registration number of your design as well as the filing date. This information is necessary to ensure that the application is submitted correctly and efficiently and to ensure timely submission of the renewal application.
5. Costs for Renewal and Possible Additional Fees
Our offer applies exclusively to the timely renewal of a single design and includes our consultation fees as well as the general official renewal fees. These cover the usual costs for the application and the renewal fee. Surcharge fees for late payments are not included in the standard price and must be paid separately.
6. Timely Appointment for a Seamless Renewal
We recommend appointing us early for the renewal to ensure that the application and payment of official fees are processed on time and without additional charges. This ensures that your design remains continuously protected.
Why You Can Trust Us for your Design Renewal in Dominica
Rely on our extensive experience and expertise to efficiently renew your design protection in Dominica. We handle all administrative tasks and ensure that your design remains fully protected at all times. With our support, you can focus on your business while we ensure the protection of your creative work.