For the design of partial substantive examination, multiple designs can be included in one design application, but the designs must belong to the same class in the international design classification.
Patent Application Encyclopedia
Is it possible to apply for a combined appearance for a Korean industrial design application?
How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in Singapore?
4 months
Novelty grace period for utility model applications in Indonesia
The novelty grace period is 6 months before the filing date/priority date.
How long is the deadline for filing an industrial design application in Chile?
via Paris Convention : 6 months from earliest priority date.
Novelty Grace Period for Invention Patent Application in Taiwan, China
If the invention is disclosed intentionally or unintentionally by the applicant, or the disclosure is made with or without the consent of the applicant, a 12-month novelty grace period may be enjoyed.
Can the priority right of invention patent application in Saudi Arabia be restored?
Restoration of priority is accepted on the grounds of "due care" and "unintentional/due care".
Is Korean Invention Patent Application Type Convertible?
yes. The type of patent can be changed from invention to utility model within 30 days of receiving the grant/rejection decision, and the corresponding fee should be paid.
Features of Russian design patent application process
ROSPATENT conducts formality examination and substantive examination of the design patent application. The applicant should submit the examination request and pay the corresponding fees together with the new application, and try not to submit color renderings.
How long does it take for a Saudi Arabian invention patent application to be granted?
3-5 years
Explanation of Mongolia Design Authorization and Annual Fee
- Grant fee: The applicant should pay the granted fee within 6 months after receiving the patent granted decision, and pay the annual fee for the first to third years in one lump sum.
- Annuity: The annual fee after granted should be paid within 6 months before the start of the next valid period. Overdue payment can be made within a grace period of 6 months, but a 100% penalty must be paid at the same time.
How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in Italy?
6-8 months
What are the requirements for the invention patent application documents in Taiwan, China
Filing Language: Traditional Chinese
via Paris Convention Necessary documents:
- Abstract
- Abstract Drawing
- Claim
- Specification
- Drawing
Attachments (if any)
- Sequence Listing (PDF format and TXT format)
- Microorganism preservation certificate and its English translation
- Microorganism Survival Certificate and Its English Translation
- Certified Priority Document
- Translation of the first page of the priority certificate
- Power of Attorney
- Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
- Assignment for Patent Right Transfer
- Notification issued by CNIPA notify the applicant the application has passed through the security review
On November 22, 2010, the State Intellectual Property Office of China began to implement the "Several Provisions on Patent Applications for Taiwan Compatriots", which stipulates that both parties agree to confirm the validity of the first application date of the other party's patents, trademarks and variety rights in accordance with their respective regulations, and Actively promote the making of corresponding arrangements to protect the priority rights and interests of people on both sides of the strait.
Characteristics of the Indian invention patent application process
Indian invention patents need to undergo formality examination and substantive examination, and the applicant/anyone should submit a request for substantive examination within 48 months from the filing date.
Whether the Dutch industrial design application can be DAS
no
What are the requirements for utility model application documents in Taiwan, China
Filing Language: Traditional Chinese
via Paris Convention Necessary documents:
- Abstract
- Abstract Drawing
- Claim
- Specification
- Drawing
Attachments (if any)
- Sequence Listing (PDF format and TXT format)
- Microorganism preservation certificate and its English translation
- Microorganism Survival Certificate and Its English Translation
- Power of Attorney
- Certified Priority Document
- Translation of the first page of the priority certificate
- Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
- Assignment for Patent Right Transfer
- Notification issued by CNIPA notify the applicant the application has passed through the security review
On November 22, 2010, the State Intellectual Property Office of China began to implement the "Several Provisions on Patent Applications for Taiwan Compatriots", which stipulates that both parties agree to confirm the validity of the first application date of the other party's patents, trademarks and variety rights in accordance with their respective regulations, and Actively promote the making of corresponding arrangements to protect the priority rights and interests of people on both sides of the strait.
Can Bahrain invention patent application priority be restored
Reinstatement of priority is accepted on grounds of "due care."
How long is the term of protection of industrial design in Poland?
25 years
Whether an Indonesian industrial design application can apply for a combined appearance
yes. One or a series of designs may be included under the same category.
Is a Luxembourg utility model application convertible?
no
How long does it take for a Belgian invention patent application to be granted?
1-2 years