How many years is the protection period of utility model application in France?

The novelty grace period is 6 months before the filing date/priority date.

The novelty grace period is 6 months before the filing date/priority date.

INPI

English: L'Institut national de la propriété industrielle, abbreviation: INPI

Website: www.inpi.fr

French Invention Patent Search: Recherche avancée - Data INPI

Reinstatement of Priority Accepted on Unintentional Grounds.

25 years

• 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.

1-2 years

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.)

yes

• via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest priority date.