Renewal of Industrial Design in Madagascar
| Protection Period (years) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Power of Attorney must be notarized | No |
| max period of protection maximum (years) | 15 |
| Patent- and Trademarkoffice | OMAPI |
| Flat fee incl. official fees | Yes |
Detailed Information About Design Renewal in Madagascar
Our law firm handles the renewal of your registered design in Madagascar. We provide a complete service, 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 Madagascar is 15 years.
- The protection period begins on the date of filing the design application with the relevant office.
- After an initial protection period of 5 years, the protection can be renewed twice for additional 5-year periods.
2. Renewal Process
The renewal of a design in Madagascar involves:
- Submitting a renewal application to the relevant office,
- Paying the required renewal fees.
The renewal application must be submitted during the protection period, ideally within the last 12 months before expiration. Fees should be paid within this time to ensure timely renewal.
3. Grace Period and Late Fees
If the renewal application or fee payment is not completed within the regular protection period, there is an option to renew within a grace period of up to 6 months after the protection period expires.
- During this grace period, a late fee will apply in addition to the regular renewal fees.
- If this grace period is not observed, the design protection will permanently lapse.
4. Required Information
To process the renewal of your design, we require the following details:
- The registration number of the registered design,
- The filing date of the application.
These details are essential to ensure the renewal application is submitted accurately and on time.
5. Costs and Fees
Our service includes:
- Our advisory fees, covering all administrative steps such as preparation, submission, and monitoring of the renewal process,
- The official fees for timely renewal.
The quoted prices apply to the timely renewal of a single design. Additional fees for late renewals or grace periods will be charged separately. Applicable VAT will be added where required.
6. Early Engagement for Seamless Protection
To ensure all deadlines are met and additional fees avoided, we recommend engaging us early for the renewal of your design in Madagascar. Timely renewal ensures that your design remains continuously protected.
Why You Should Rely on Our Expertise
With extensive experience in international design protection, we guarantee professional and reliable handling of your renewal in Madagascar. We manage administrative tasks, monitor deadlines, and ensure your design remains fully protected. Trust our expertise and commitment to safeguarding your creative rights.