Nicaragua Trademark Renewal

Trademarks in Nicaragua are valid for 10 years from the date of registration and can be renewed indefinitely for additional 10-year periods.

• Standard renewal window: 1 year before the expiry date
• Grace period: 6 months after expiration
• After grace period: The trademark automatically lapses and cannot be restored

• Legalized Power of Attorney:
• Apostilled if from a Hague Convention country
• Otherwise, legalized by a Nicaraguan Consulate
• No proof of use is required
• No publication of renewals

• Restoration is not allowed once the grace period has passed
• Lapsed trademarks may be immediately re-applied for by any third party

• RPI does not notify owners or agents of pending cancellation
• It is your responsibility to track renewal deadlines

Avoid:

• Missing the grace period
• Failing to legalize the Power of Attorney properly
• Assuming restoration is possible

You have 6 months to renew with a late fee. After that, your trademark lapses and must be re-registered.

No. Restoration is not permitted under Nicaraguan law.

No. Use is not required to renew a trademark in Nicaragua.

Update your records through the Intellectual Property Registry to avoid administrative issues.