Which is the competent authority for Italian invention patent applications?

yes

no

Italian Patent and Trademark Office

English: Italian Patent and Trade Mark Office, abbreviation: UIBM

Website: www.uibm.gov.it

Reinstatement of priority is accepted on the grounds of "all due care".

20 years

A novelty grace period of 6 months prior to the filing date/priority date may be enjoyed in the following cases.

• Publication at official or officially recognized international exhibitions
• Malicious disclosure by a third party

UIBM only conducts formality examination of design patent applications, and does not examine novelty and uniqueness.

2 years

• Licensing Fee: None.
• Annuity: Pay the renewal fee for the next 5-year protection period before the expiration of each 5-year protection period, that is, the 6th, 11th, 16th and 21st year annual fees.

yes