Which is the competent authority for invention patent applications in Peru

20 years

Reinstatement of priority is accepted on grounds of "due care."

Reinstatement of priority is accepted on grounds of "due care."

none

Peruvian National Institute for the Defense of Competition and Intellectual Property

English: National Institute for the Defense of Competition and Protection of Intellectual Property, abbreviation: INDECOPI

Website: www.indecopi.gob.pe

Peruvian Utility Model Patent Search: Espacenet - Página inicial

no

If the inventor or his client, the national office, or the information obtained directly or indirectly from the inventor leads to third-party disclosure, a novelty grace period of 12 months before the filing date/priority date can be enjoyed.

no

2-3 years