INPI only conducts formality examination of utility model patent applications, and does not conduct search and substantive examination. However, in case of litigation, a search report needs to be submitted.
- Features of the French design patent application process
- Novelty grace period for industrial design applications in France
- How long is the protection period of industrial design in France?
- Can the priority right of utility model application in France be restored?
- Which is the French utility model application patent authority?
- Can the priority right of French invention patent application be restored?
- Features of French Utility Model Patent Application Process
- What are the requirements for the French invention patent application documents
- Novelty grace period for utility model applications in France
- Is a French industrial design application eligible for DAS?