Belize

TRADEMARKS

Clasification:

Nice Classification. Goods and services

Multi-class applications:

Yes (maximum of five classes per multi-class application)

Priority:

Yes – Paris Convention

Registration duration:

10 years from the filing date

Usage requirement:

Not mandatory, but use must be indicated on renewal

PATENTS

Type:

National grant under the Patents Act (substantive examination; grant may rely on a

PCT member:

Yes

Duration:

20 years from the filing date