Bahamas
Clasification:
Local classification of goods. No service marks permitted
Multi-class applications:
No
Priority:
Yes – Paris Convention
Registration duration:
14 years from the filing date
Usage requirement:
5 years from the registration date (cancellable for absence of bona fide use or intent to use for 5 years)
PATENTS
Type:
Substantive with or without priority
PCT member:
Yes
Duration:
Small Patents are valid for 6 years from their filing date. Normal Patents are valid for 20 years from their filing date