Fiji Trademark Renewal

• Independent registrations: Valid for 14 years from the filing date, renewable for additional 14-year periods
• UK-based registrations: Valid for 10 years, tied to the UK registration, and renewable if the base UK mark is renewed

• 6 to 12 months before expiry: Standard renewal period
• Grace period: 6 months after expiry
• In practice: FIPO may allow renewal even after the grace period if the trademark has not been removed from the register

• Signed Authorisation of Agent
• Original registration certificate (optional, for endorsement)
• Payment of the renewal fee
• Late fee if renewing during or after grace period

• Grace period: At least 6 months after expiry
• Late fee per 6-month period past the expiry date
• Expired marks may remain on the register and be renewed later, subject to Registrar discretion

• Restoration is possible at the discretion of the Solicitor-General
• Re-registration by a third party is only allowed 1 year after lapse, and only if no bona fide use occurred for at least 2 years before lapse

• FIPO does not routinely notify trademark owners of cancellations
• Keep your agent and contact details current to avoid issues

Avoid these common pitfalls:

• Assuming no grace period exists
• Not submitting a signed Authorisation of Agent
• Waiting for reminders that never come

FIPO may still accept renewals beyond the 6-month grace period, if the trademark remains on the register and the penalty is paid.

Yes. The Solicitor-General may restore a lapsed trademark upon request and payment of a fee.

No. Proof of use is not required for renewal in Fiji.

Notify FIPO to ensure accurate records and communication.