How long does a trademark last?
A trademark lasts for ten (10) years after approval, after which it is eligible for renewal. After the term of 10 years, there is a six (6) month grace period in which the owner of the trademark can renew their trademark with an additional cost of a late fee (USD 12.00) and late renewal (USD 56.00). After the grace period, the owner of the trademark must reregister their trademark with all original costs.
How long does copyright last?
A copyright on work would last for the life of the author (or the life of the last living author if the work was jointly authored) plus fifty (50) years after the death of the author (or last living author).
How long does a patent last?
A patent lasts for fourteen (14) years after approval, after which it can be renewed. An extention of time can be reuqested through the Attorney General.
Where is the Trademark Office?
Trademarks are dealt with through The Corporate Affairs and Intellectual Property Office (CAIPO), located on Upper Lucas Street, Mt. Wheldale.
Is Grenada a party to any international treaty?
Yes! We are signatory parties to the Paris and Berne Conventions since 1998.
When can I start to use my trademarked item?
After an application for the registration of a trademark is published, and until the registration of the trademark is complete, the applicant has the same privileges and rights as he would have if the trademark had been registered.
Does my trademark automatically renew after 10 years?
No, you have to request a renewal for an additional 10 years. Fees are applicable.
Can I change ownership for my trademark
Yes, according to the process in the Trademark Act (2012) Part 2 Section 21 "Changes in Ownership".
Can I oppose a patent?
Any person may, at any time within two months from the date of the advertisement of the acceptance of a complete specification, give at the Registry notice of his or her opposition to the grant of the patent on the ground of the applicant having obtained the invention from him or her, or from a person of whom he or she is the legal representative, or on the ground that the invention has been patented in Grenada on an application of prior date, but on no other ground.