yes
- via Paris Convention : 6 months from earliest priority date.
- EU route: 6 months from earliest priority date.
- Hague Agreement route: 6 months from earliest priority date.
no. (Utility models submitted before January 11, 2020 can be converted into inventions, provided that the technical preparations for publication are completed (approximately 16 months from the filing date). Search fees and search reports must be submitted at the same time.)
- via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest priority date.
yes
Reinstatement of Priority Accepted on Unintentional Grounds.
yes. Multiple designs may be included in one French design application, provided that the designs belong to the same class in the International Classification of Designs.
The novelty grace period is 6 months before the filing date/priority date.
yes
INPI
English: L'Institut national de la propriété industrielle, abbreviation: INPI
Website: www.inpi.fr
French Utility Model Search: Recherche avancée - Data INPI
- Licensing Fee: None.
- Annuity: The renewal fee is paid every 5 years. The renewal fee must be paid within 6 months before the last day of the month when the registration expires. The grace period for the penalty is 6 months, and the penalty must be paid at the same time.