Americas

Paraguay

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

Authority

DINAPI

PCT

30 mo

Madrid

Non-member

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Before You Start

Before filing or quoting, you'll typically confirm these first

1
Whether to pursue the Paris route, PCT national phase, or start with trademark registration in Paraguay
2
Which of patent filing, trademark registration, annuity, or renewal is the most urgent priority
3
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 Paraguay

Paraguay is a landlocked South American country; agricultural exports (soybeans, beef) dominate. IP managed by DINAPI. 20-year patents; PCT national phase **30 months** (shorter than standard 31 months — note carefully). **NOT a Madrid member** — trademarks must be filed directly with DINAPI.

Paraguayan Patent System ▾

DINAPI examination; 20-year patents; 10-year utility models. PCT deadline **30 months** — note carefully. Spanish required.

Source: DINAPI; WIPO PCT Guide — PY

Trademark System & Process

Trademark System in Paraguay

Paraguayan trademarks examined by DINAPI; 10-year term; renewable. Direct filing required; Madrid NOT available.

Trademark Application ▾

Direct DINAPI filing in Spanish; 10-year term. Madrid NOT available.

Source: DINAPI

Patent Annuity

Paraguay Patent Annuities

Annual annuities; grace period.

Source: DINAPI fee schedule

Annuity Reference → Managed Annuities

Trademark Renewal

Paraguay Trademark Renewals

10-year trademark; renew before expiry; grace period.

Source: DINAPI

Renewal Reference → Managed Renewals

FAQ

Common Questions — Paraguay IP

What is the PCT deadline for Paraguay? ▾

Paraguay's PCT national phase deadline is **30 months** — shorter than the standard 31 months. Pay special attention.

Is Paraguay a Madrid Protocol member? ▾

No. Direct national filing with DINAPI required.

What language is required? ▾

Spanish (note: Guaraní is also an official language, but IP applications are in Spanish).

Does Paraguay have utility model protection? ▾

Yes, 10-year term; no substantive examination.

Is Paraguay a MERCOSUR member? ▾

Yes, Paraguay is a MERCOSUR member, but there is no unified MERCOSUR IP application.

Is there a trademark use requirement in Paraguay? ▾

Yes, 5-year non-use may lead to revocation.

Is a local agent required in Paraguay? ▾

Foreign applicants must use a locally registered agent at DINAPI.

Is Paraguay a WTO member? ▾

Yes, Paraguay joined WTO in 1995.

Official Reference Sources

Sources for This Page

DINAPI Official Website www.dinapi.gov.py WIPO — Paraguay www.wipo.int/members/en/details.jsp?country_id=131

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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