6-8 months
yes
The novelty grace period is 6 months before the filing date/priority date.
no
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.)
6-8 months
INPI only conducts formality examination of design patent applications.
10 years
The novelty grace period is 6 months before the filing date/priority date.
20 years
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