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Patent system, trademark registration, annuity management, and renewals in Bolivia.
Before You Start
Before filing or quoting, you'll typically confirm these first
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Whether to pursue the Paris route, PCT national phase, or start with trademark registration in Bolivia
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Which of patent filing, trademark registration, annuity, or renewal is the most urgent priority
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Whether to verify the official portal, search system, and key deadlines before moving to a quote or engagement
The sections below cover each module — use the navigation to jump directly to what you need.
Patent System & Process
Patent System in Bolivia
Bolivia is an Andean Community member under Decision 486; IP managed by SENAPI. Bolivia is **NOT a PCT member** and **NOT a Madrid Protocol member** — direct national filing with SENAPI in Spanish required. 20-year patents; 10-year utility models (Andean framework).
Bolivian Patent System ▾
Source: SENAPI; Andean Decision 486
Trademark System & Process
Trademark System in Bolivia
Bolivian trademarks examined by SENAPI; 10-year term; renewable. Direct filing required; Madrid NOT available.
Trademark Application ▾
Source: SENAPI
Patent Annuity
Bolivia Patent Annuities
Source: SENAPI fee schedule
Trademark Renewal
Bolivia Trademark Renewals
Source: SENAPI
FAQ
Common Questions — Bolivia IP
Is Bolivia a PCT member? ▾
Is Bolivia a Madrid Protocol member? ▾
How does the Andean framework affect Bolivia? ▾
What language is required? ▾
Is there a trademark use requirement in Bolivia? ▾
Does Bolivia have utility model protection? ▾
Is a local agent required in Bolivia? ▾
Is Bolivia a WTO member? ▾
Official Reference Sources
Sources for This Page
Content based on official sources above, last reviewed: 2026-04. In case of discrepancy with the latest official publications, official sources prevail.
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