IMPI conducts formal and substantive examinations of utility model patent applications. There are three ways to submit an application to INPI: online application, mailing and submitting a written application to INPI in person. No matter which way the application is filed, the application date of the patent is the time when the patent applicant sends the complete patent application text to INPI. IMPI accepts only one independent claim in a utility model application. Applicants are required to pay the substantive examination fee within 3 months from the date of application. The time limit for responding to the Office Action Notice is 3 months from the date of issue, and can be extended 3 times (one month each time). The requirements for utility models are relatively loose, and they need to be novel and practical, but not inventive.
- Argentine invention patent application authorization and annual fee instructions
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- What are the requirements for the design application documents in Argentina
- Features of the Argentine design patent application process
- How long does it take for a utility model application to be granted in Argentina?
- Whether the design application in Argentina can be type-converted
- Who is the competent authority for utility model applications in Argentina?
- How long is the protection period for utility model applications in Argentina?
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