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Patent system, trademark registration, annuity management, and renewals in Ecuador.
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 Ecuador
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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 Ecuador
Ecuador is an Andean Community member under Andean Decision 486; IP managed by SENADI. 20-year patents; 10-year utility models (no examination). PCT national phase 31 months. **NOT a Madrid Protocol member** — trademarks must be filed directly with SENADI.
Ecuadorian Patent System ▾
Source: SENADI; Andean Decision 486; WIPO — EC
Trademark System & Process
Trademark System in Ecuador
Ecuadorian trademarks examined by SENADI; 10-year term; renewable. **Madrid Protocol NOT applicable.** Direct filing with SENADI required.
Trademark Application ▾
Source: SENADI
Patent Annuity
Ecuador Patent Annuities
Source: SENADI fee schedule
Trademark Renewal
Ecuador Trademark Renewals
Source: SENADI
FAQ
Common Questions — Ecuador IP
Is Ecuador a Madrid Protocol member? ▾
PCT deadline for Ecuador? ▾
Does Ecuador have utility models? ▾
How does the Andean framework affect Ecuador? ▾
What language is required? ▾
Is there a use requirement for Ecuadorian trademarks? ▾
Is a local agent required in Ecuador? ▾
Is Ecuador 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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