IMPI conducts only formality examination of designs.
A 12-month novelty grace period is available if the invention is disclosed by the applicant or its agent in any form of communication within one year of the filing date or priority date, or exhibited at a national/international exhibition. Appropriate evidence must be submitted at the time of application.
A 12-month novelty grace period is available if the invention is disclosed by the applicant or its agent in any form of communication within one year of the filing date or priority date, or exhibited at a national/international exhibition. Appropriate evidence must be submitted at the time of application.
no
10 years
via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest priority date.
IMPI conducts only formality examination of designs.
via Paris Convention : 6 months from earliest priority date.
no
via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest priority date.
Yes, during the formality examination period within 90 days from the filing date, the type of invention can be converted into a utility model at the request of the applicant by paying the corresponding fee.