The initial protection is 5 years, which can be renewed twice, each time for 5 years, and the maximum protection can be 15 years.
yes. Please consult IPONIGERIA for applicable standards and charges.
no
IPONIGERIA conducts only formality examination of designs.
6 months before the filing date/priority date.
no
Filing Language: English Necessary documents:
- Exterior Design Picture (Six Views)
- A Brief Description
Attachments (if any):
- Power of Attorney
- Certified Priority Document
- Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
- Assignment for Patent Right Transfer
Trademarks, Patents and Designs Commercial Law Section, Nigerian Ministry of Trade and Investment
English: Patents and Designs Registry Commercial Law Department Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, abbreviation: IPONIGERIA
6 months before the filing date/priority date.
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