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Peru

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

Authority

INDECOPI

PCT

31 mo

Madrid

Non-member

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

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Patent System & Process

Patent System in Peru

Peru is a major mining, fishing, and agricultural economy with growing manufacturing. IP administered by INDECOPI under Andean Community Decision 486, which harmonizes IP rules across Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia. 20-year patents; PCT national phase 31 months. Peru is **NOT a Madrid member** — trademarks must be filed directly with INDECOPI.

Andean Community IP Framework ▾

Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia all operate under Andean Community Decision 486, which harmonizes IP requirements. However, there is no unified Andean patent — applications must still be made separately in each country.

Source: Andean Community (CAN) Decision 486

Peruvian Patent System ▾

INDECOPI substantive examination; 20-year patents; 10-year utility models (no examination). Spanish required. PCT 31 months.

Source: INDECOPI; WIPO — PE

Peru Requires Direct Trademark Filing ▾

Peru is **NOT a Madrid Protocol member.** Trademarks must be filed directly with INDECOPI. Madrid designations for Peru are not possible.

Source: WIPO Madrid — PE (non-member)

Trademark System & Process

Trademark System in Peru

Peruvian trademarks examined by INDECOPI; 10-year term; renewable. Must file directly with INDECOPI in Spanish. **Madrid Protocol NOT applicable to Peru.** Andean framework provides partial harmonization but no unified application route.

Trademark Application Route ▾

Direct INDECOPI filing in Spanish; 10-year term. Madrid NOT available for Peru.

Source: INDECOPI

Patent Annuity

Peru Patent Annuities

Annual patent annuities; grace period with surcharge.

Source: INDECOPI fee schedule

Annuity Reference → Managed Annuities

Trademark Renewal

Peru Trademark Renewals

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

Source: INDECOPI

Renewal Reference → Managed Renewals

FAQ

Common Questions — Peru IP

Is Peru a Madrid Protocol member? ▾

**No.** Peru is not a Madrid Protocol member. You must file directly with INDECOPI; Madrid designations of Peru are not possible.

How does the Andean Community framework affect Peruvian patents? ▾

Andean Decision 486 harmonizes IP rules across Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia, but there is no unified application — you must file separately in each country.

PCT deadline for Peru? ▾

31 months from priority.

Does Peru have utility model protection? ▾

Yes, 10-year term; no substantive examination.

What language is required? ▾

Spanish language required.

Is a local agent required for trademark applications in Peru? ▾

Foreign applicants must use a locally registered agent at INDECOPI.

Is there a trademark use requirement in Peru? ▾

Yes, non-use within 3 years may lead to revocation.

Which industries need IP protection most in Peru? ▾

Mining technology (copper, gold, silver), agri-food (coffee, quinoa), fisheries technology, and consumer goods brands are the key sectors.

Is Peru a WTO member? ▾

Yes, Peru joined WTO in 1995.

How is IP enforcement in Peru? ▾

INDECOPI has administrative enforcement capacity, which is relatively efficient. Counterfeiting remains an issue in some markets; combining administrative and judicial enforcement is recommended.

Official Reference Sources

Sources for This Page

INDECOPI Official Website www.gob.pe/indecopi WIPO — Peru www.wipo.int/members/en/details.jsp?country_id=133 Andean Community (CAN) www.comunidadandina.org

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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