Renewal of Design in Liberia
| Protection Period (years) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Power of Attorney must be notarized | Yes |
| max period of protection maximum (years) | 15 |
| Patent- and Trademarkoffice | LIPO |
| Flat fee incl. official fees | Yes |
Detailed Information About Design Renewal in Liberia
Our law firm provides comprehensive support for renewing your registered design in Liberia. We handle the entire process, monitor protection periods, and notify you in advance of upcoming renewals. This ensures that your design remains continuously protected.
1. Maximum Protection Period and Renewal Options
The maximum protection period for a registered design in Liberia is 15 years.
- Protection begins on the date of filing the design with the relevant authority.
- The initial protection period is 5 years and can be renewed twice for additional 5-year periods.
2. Renewal Process
The renewal of a design in Liberia involves:
- Submitting a formal renewal application to the relevant authority,
- Paying the renewal fees.
The renewal application should be submitted within the last 6 months before the protection period expires, and the fees should be paid on time. Timely renewal prevents additional costs and ensures continuous protection.
3. Late Renewal and Grace Periods
If the renewal fees are not paid on time, the renewal can still be completed within a grace period of up to 6 months after the protection period expires. However, a late fee surcharge will apply. If the grace period is not observed, the design protection will permanently lapse.
4. Specifics for ARIPO-Registered Designs
Liberia is a member of the African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO). If your design is registered under ARIPO, specific procedures and deadlines apply. For more information and to process ARIPO design renewals, please visit: ARIPO Design Renewal.
5. Required Information for Renewal
To process your renewal application, we require the following details:
- The registration number of your design,
- The filing date of the design.
These details are essential for preparing and submitting the renewal application correctly and on time.
6. Costs and Fees
Our offer includes:
- Our advisory fees, covering all administrative steps such as preparation, submission, and tracking of the renewal application,
- The official renewal fees required for timely renewal of a design in Liberia.
Our prices apply to the timely renewal of a single design. Surcharges for late renewals or additional fees for ARIPO-registered designs are not included in the standard offer and will be billed separately. Applicable VAT will be added where required.
7. Early Engagement for Seamless Protection
To avoid delays and additional costs, we recommend engaging us early for your design renewal. This ensures that all deadlines are met and your rights are fully protected.
Why Choose Our Law Firm
With extensive experience in design protection, we provide reliable and professional handling of your design renewal in Liberia. We ensure that all deadlines are monitored and met, relieving you of the administrative burden of managing your design rights. Trust our expertise and commitment to safeguarding your creative work.