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Patent Services in Peru
A country celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes, is also a thriving hub for innovation and intellectual property protection.
Peru is a signatory to the Paris Convention and the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), which can simplify the process of obtaining patents in multiple countries.
Filing a patent in Peru can be strategically significant compared to other Latin American countries because is one of the fastest-growing economies in the region, has established effective mechanisms for enforcing intellectual property rights. Courts and authorities in Peru are increasingly experienced in handling patent disputes, providing inventors with confidence in the legal system.
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Peru General Information
Invention Patent
(Paris Route or PCT)
Design Patent
Filling Timelines
The time limit for the PCT national phase entry in Peru is 30 months from the earliest date of priority and 12 months for Direct Paris Route application.
The time limit for filing a design is 6 months from the earliest date of priority.
Required Documents
Signed POA, inventor declaration, assignment and Original certified copy of priority, if applicable.
Signed POA, inventor declaration, assignment and Original certified copy of priority, if applicable. A drawing set of the different views of the design.
Examination
The examination fees are included in the official fees that are paid at the filing stage. The first examination report must be issued by the INDECOPI in around 2 years from the filing date. It is possible to request accelerated examination under PPH under certain circumstances.
The patent office will review if the design application meets all formalities and registrability. No examination fees must be paid. The Patent Office will not initiate an examination of the novelty of the subject matter in no opposition has been duly filed. Nevertheless, if it is evident that the industrial design lacks novelty, the patent office may reject the application.
Granting
No official fees must be paid for the granting of the patent in this country. Maintenance fees are paid during the pendency of the patent.
No granting fee must be paid, once the design has been accepted a certificate of registration will be issued. The patent term of the design is 10 years from the filing date.
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FAQ’s
How long can it take a Peruvian patent to be issued?
A standard patent application process in Peru can take between 3 and 4 years from the filing date. However, a PPH requested can be filed to potentially allow the applicant to reduce the examination time in more than a half. Contact us for additional information.
Can a Peruvian patent application be restored after abandonment?
Restoration can be complicated, at the time of the appeal the applicant can state that the reason of abandonment was due to a force majeure event.
If you have a patent lapsed, do not hesitate in contacting us to review your case in detail.
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