IPONIGERIA conducts only formality examination of designs.
yes. Please consult IPONIGERIA for applicable standards and charges.
6 months before the filing date/priority date.
IPONIGERIA only conducts formality examination and unity of invention examination for invention patent applications.
20 years
The initial protection is 5 years, which can be renewed twice, each time for 5 years, and the maximum protection can be 15 years.
no
- Licensing Fee: None.
- Annuity: The renewal fee must be paid within 12 months before the expiration of the first 5-year period. If the annual fee is overdue, it can be paid within a grace period of 6 months after the expiration, and a penalty must be paid at the same time.
- Licensing Fee: None.
- Annuity: Pay yearly from the first year from the application date (it is recommended to pay the application fee together). If the annual fee is overdue, the payment can be postponed within a grace period of 6 months, and a penalty of US$54.00 must be paid at the same time.
via Paris Convention : 6 months from earliest priority date.
no