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Patent Application Encyclopedia
How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in New Zealand?
What are the requirements for the utility model application documents in Colombia?
Filing Language: Spanish
via Paris Convention via Nationalization of PCT Necessary documents:
- Abstract
- Abstract Drawing
- Claim
- Specification
- Drawing
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
- Scanned Copy of Certified Priority Document / DAS
- Power of Attorney
- small entity declaration
- inventor statement
- 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
- IDS Form/IDS Document/prior art
Attachments (if any)
- WIPO Publication
- ISR/IPRP
- Enter the US national phase 19/28/34/41 Amendments
- Sequence Listing (PDF format and TXT format)
- Microorganism preservation certificate and its English translation
- Microorganism Survival Certificate and Its English Translation
- Power of Attorney
- small entity declaration
- inventor statement
- Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
- Assignment for Patent Right Transfer
- IDS Form/IDS Document/prior art
How long does it take for the UAE invention patent application to be granted?
2-5 years
Novelty Grace Period for Colombian Utility Model Applications
The application does not lose novelty if it is disclosed within 12 months from the filing date/priority date by the applicant, inventor, agent, or a third party or state agency that has obtained information from the above-mentioned persons.
Is the utility model application in the UAE convertible?
no
Is a utility model application in Japan eligible for DAS?
yes
How long is the PCT period for Saudi Arabian invention patent application
- via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest priority date.
- PCT filing route: 30 months from the earliest priority date.
Whether the Argentine invention patent application can be type-converted
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.
Features of the design patent application process in Costa Rica
RIP only conducts formality examination of design patent applications. After the formality examination is passed, the opposition period will enter. If there is no opposition, the patent application will be authorized.Features of the Luxembourg invention patent application process
OPI conducts only formality examination of invention patent applications. The applicant needs to file a search request within 18 months from the filing date, or submit a search report issued by any official search agency within 18 months from the priority date, and the judgment of novelty in the search report does not affect the Luxembourg patent granted.
Whether the Chilean invention patent application can be type-converted
Yes, an invention can be converted into a utility model, and the converted application has the filing date of the initial application.
Characteristics of the Swiss invention patent application process
IGE/IPI conducts formal and substantive examinations of invention patent applications. The applicant does not need to file a separate request for substantive examination. Before commencing the substantive examination, IGE/IPI will send an examination bill, which will indicate the deadline for payment of the prescribed fees. Patents granted in Switzerland are automatically protected in Liechtenstein.
Novelty grace period for industrial design applications in New Zealand
Designs are entitled to a novelty grace period of 6 months from the filing date/priority date if:
- If a third party maliciously discloses the New Zealand application within 6 months of the filing date/priority date, making the design available to the public
- If a design application is made for a new or original textile product, the first confidential order does not affect the novelty of the application
- For example, when the design is disclosed to the government to assess the merits of the design
- If submitted within 6 months after the opening of the officially recognized exhibition
Is a utility model application in Finland eligible for DAS?
yes
Who is the Portuguese utility model patent authority?
Portuguese National Institute of Industrial Property
English: Portuguese Institute of Industrial Property (INPI)
URL: https://inpi.justica.gov.pt/
Portuguese Utility Model Patent Search: Pesquisa Online - Patentes (justica.gov.pt)
Whether Bahrain invention patent application can be type-converted
no
Is a French industrial design application eligible for DAS?
yes
What are the requirements for Japanese utility model application documents?
Filing Language: Japanese
via Paris Convention via Nationalization of PCT Necessary documents:
- Abstract
- Abstract Drawing
- Claim
- Specification
- Drawing
Necessary documents:
- Abstract
- Abstract Drawing
- Claim
- Specification
- Drawing
Attachments (if any)
- Scanned Copy of Certified Priority Document / DAS
- 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
Attachments (if any)
- WIPO Publication
- ISR/IPRP
- Entering the Japanese national phase 19/28/34/41 amended
- Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
- Assignment for Patent Right Transfer
Which is the competent authority for patent applications for inventions in Poland?
Polish Intellectual Property Office
English: Patent Office of the Republic of Poland, abbreviation: PPO
Website: uprp.gov.pl
Polish invention patent search: Wyszukiwarka prosta (uprp.gov.pl)
How many years is the protection period of utility model application in France?
10 years