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Lithuania

Patent system, trademark registration, annuity management, and renewals in Lithuania.

Authority

VPBA

PCT

31 mo

Madrid

Member

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Whether to pursue the Paris route, PCT national phase, or start with trademark registration in Lithuania
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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 Lithuania

Lithuanian patents via VPBA or EPO. EPO and PCT member; 31-month deadline. 20-year term. Utility models (10 years) available. EU Unitary Patent covers Lithuania.

Lithuanian Patent Protection and EPO ▾

**VPBA National**: Lithuania only; Lithuanian language; examination; 20 years. **EPO Validation**: Lithuanian translation at validation. **Utility Model**: 10 years; no examination. **EU Unitary Patent**: Lithuania participates.

Source: VPBA; EPO; EU Unitary Patent

EU Trade Mark and Madrid System ▾

Lithuania is an EU member; EUTMs automatically cover Lithuania. Lithuania joined Madrid in 1997; international designations accepted.

Source: EUIPO; WIPO Madrid

Trademark System & Process

Trademark System in Lithuania

Lithuanian trademarks via VPBA or EUIPO (EUTM). 10-year term; renewable. EUTM covers Lithuania automatically.

Trademark Application and Examination ▾

**VPBA National**: ~10–16 months; Lithuanian language. **EUIPO EUTM**: ~4–6 months; covers all EU states.

Source: VPBA; EUIPO

Patent Annuity

Lithuania Patent Annuities

Lithuanian national patent annuities start from year 3; annual until expiry. Grace period with surcharge for late payment.

Source: VPBA fee schedule

Annuity Reference → Managed Annuities

Trademark Renewal

Lithuania Trademark Renewals

Trademark: 10-year term; renewal before expiry; grace period with surcharge.

Source: VPBA trademark renewal

Renewal Reference → Managed Renewals

FAQ

Common Questions — Lithuania IP

Does Lithuania support PCT? ▾

Yes, 31-month PCT deadline.

Does an EUTM cover Lithuania? ▾

Yes, Lithuania is an EU member; EUTMs automatically cover Lithuania.

Does Lithuania have a utility model? ▾

Yes, 10-year term; no substantive examination.

Is Lithuania covered by the EU Unitary Patent? ▾

Yes, Lithuania participates in the EU Unitary Patent.

What language is needed for PCT entry in Lithuania? ▾

Lithuanian translation required, or EPO route with validation.

Does Lithuania accept Madrid trademark designations? ▾

Yes, Lithuania joined Madrid in 1997; international designations accepted.

Does Lithuania support WIPO DAS? ▾

Yes, VPBA participates in WIPO DAS.

Is there a grace period for late patent annuities in Lithuania? ▾

Yes, a grace period applies with a surcharge; confirm with VPBA.

How long is a Lithuanian trademark registration valid? ▾

10 years from application date; renewable indefinitely.

Is there a use requirement for Lithuanian trademarks? ▾

Yes. Non-use within 5 years can lead to revocation.

Official Reference Sources

Sources for This Page

VPBA Official Website www.vpba.lt EUIPO www.euipo.europa.eu EPO www.epo.org WIPO — Lithuania www.wipo.int/members/en/details.jsp?country_id=97

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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