What are the requirements for the utility model application documents in Portugal?

Whether the Portuguese invention patent application can be type-converted

yes. Before the applicant receives the final decision, it may be proposed to change the type of invention from invention to utility model.

Is a utility model application eligible for DAS in Portugal?

no

Features of the Portuguese utility model patent application process

INPI only conducts formality examination of utility model patent applications. Substantive examination may only be requested if the applicant deems it necessary. An invention protected by a patent can be protected simultaneously or successively with a utility model. To this end, applicants have a maximum of 1 year to make changes.

Which is the competent authority for patent applications for inventions in Portugal?

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)

How long is the term of protection of industrial design in Portugal?

25 years

Filing Language: Portuguese

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)

Power of Attorney
Certified Priority Document
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
Enter the Portuguese national phase 19/28/34/41 Amendments
Power of Attorney
Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
Assignment for Patent Right Transfer

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)

Instructions for Authorization of Designs in Portugal and Annual Fees

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.

Is a Portuguese Utility Model Application Convertible?

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.