How long does registered industrial design last? How long is a registered industrial design protected?

The protection of a registered industrial design in Malaysia comes into force on the filing date of the application for the registration and subsists for five (5) years thereafter.

The protection period of a registered industrial design can be extended for two (2) further consecutive terms of five years each.

Therefore, the protection for a registered industrial design in Malaysia is for up to 15 years, subject to application for extension every five (5) years.

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