Renewal of Industrial Design in Pakistan
| Protection Period (years) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Power of Attorney must be notarized | No |
| max period of protection maximum (years) | 30 |
| Patent- and Trademarkoffice | N/A |
| Flat fee incl. official fees | Yes |
Extension of Your Design Protection in Pakistan – Secure Your Rights
Our law firm provides comprehensive support for extending the protection of your registered design in Pakistan. We manage the entire process, monitor protection deadlines, and notify you in advance about upcoming extensions. This ensures uninterrupted protection for your design.
1. Maximum Protection Duration and Extension Options
In Pakistan, the maximum protection duration for registered designs is 30 years, provided the necessary extensions are applied for in time.
- The protection starts from the filing date at the relevant office.
- After the initial protection period of 10 years, the protection can be extended twice for additional periods of 10 years each.
- Timely applications and payments are required to reach the maximum protection duration.
2. How the Extension Process Works
The extension process involves:
- Filing an extension application with the relevant office,
- Timely payment of extension fees.
The application must be submitted within the 12 months prior to the expiration of the current protection period. Submitting early avoids risks and additional costs.
3. Grace Period and Late Payment Fees
If the extension is not completed within the regular period, the application can still be submitted within a grace period of 6 months after the protection period ends. However, a late payment fee will apply. If the grace period is not observed, the design protection will lapse permanently.
4. Required Information and Documents for Extension
To process your design extension, we require the following information and documents:
- The registration number of the design,
- The filing date,
- Any additional documents, such as the registration certificate, if applicable.
These details ensure accurate and timely processing of your extension application.
5. Costs and Fees Overview
Our service includes:
- Professional fees for managing and monitoring the extension process,
- Official fees required by the relevant authorities.
The stated costs apply to the timely extension of a single design and include regular official fees. Late payment fees for delayed extensions are not included and will be billed separately. All fees are subject to the applicable value-added tax (VAT).
6. Early Engagement – Ensuring Timely Extensions
We recommend engaging us early to handle your design extension in Pakistan. This allows us to ensure all necessary steps are completed within the requ