Vanuatu Trademark Renewal

A trademark in Vanuatu is valid for 10 years from the date of filing, and may be renewed indefinitely for further 10-year periods.

• Renewal window: 3 months before the expiration date
• Grace period: 3 months after the expiration date
• After grace period: The trademark automatically lapses and cannot be restored

• Authorisation of Agent form is required
• No notarization or legalization needed
• No proof of use is required
• Renewals are not published

• Restoration is not permitted
• A lapsed trademark may be re-registered by third parties
• Prior owners may oppose re-registration based on common law rights from continued use

• The VIPO does not send notifications
• Owners are responsible for tracking deadlines and filing renewals on time

Avoid:

• Assuming there is a late fee grace buffer: there isn't
• Believing you can restore a lapsed mark
• Neglecting to appoint an authorized agent

You have 3 months after expiration to renew. After this, the trademark automatically lapses, and no restoration is possible.

No. Restoration is not allowed under current law.

No. Use is not required for trademark renewal in Vanuatu.

Submit an updated Authorisation of Agent form to VIPO with current information.