yes. Before the applicant receives the final decision, it may be proposed to change the type of invention from invention to utility model.
2-3 years
yes. Before the applicant has received a final decision, an application to change the type of invention from a utility model to an invention may be proposed.
no
Reinstatement of priority is accepted on grounds of "due care."
Portuguese National Institute of Industrial Property
English: Portuguese Institute of Industrial Property, abbreviation: INPI
URL: https://inpi.justica.gov.pt/
Portuguese invention patent search: Pesquisa Online - Patentes (justica.gov.pt)
- Licensing Fee: None.
- Annuity: pay once every 5 years, and must be paid within 6 months before the due date of the application. If the annual fee is overdue, it can be paid within a grace period of 6 months, and a 50% penalty is required.
INPI only conducts formality examination of design patent applications.
no
25 years
If the disclosure is caused by the designer, the novelty grace period is 12 months from the date of disclosure.