• 1. Invention: The patent has a term of 20 years from the date of filing..

           Request for substantive examination.

  • 2. Design: The patent has a term of 25 years from the date of filing.

Formality examination is required only.

  • 3. Trademark: The trademark registration is effective for a term of 10 years from the date of registration and may be renewed for further 10-year periods. (Every 10 years)

 

  • ♣ Remark :
  • UK and Taiwan signed a bilateral agreement and could claim the priority based on the date of filing (but not apply to trademark).