Which is the competent authority for patent applications for inventions in France?

25 years

yes

no. (Utility models submitted before January 11, 2020 can be converted into inventions, provided that the technical preparations for publication are completed (approximately 16 months from the filing date). Search fees and search reports must be submitted at the same time.)

10 years

yes. Multiple designs may be included in one French design application, provided that the designs belong to the same class in the International Classification of Designs.

1-2 years

INPI only conducts formality examination of design patent applications.

The novelty grace period is 6 months before the filing date/priority date.

• via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest priority date.

2-3 years