How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in France?

2-3 years

25 years

no

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

INPI only conducts formality examination of design patent applications.

• via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest priority date.
• Validation of European Patent in EPO member states: 3 months from the date of European patent grant.

INPI

English: L'Institut national de la propriété industrielle, abbreviation: INPI

Website: www.inpi.fr

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10 years

yes

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