Yes, a utility model can be converted into an invention during the formality examination period within 90 days from the filing date.
10 years
no
yes
Restoration of priority will not be accepted.
IMPI conducts only formality examination of designs.
Filing Language: Spanish
Necessary documents:
- Exterior Design Picture (Six Views)
- A Brief Description
Attachments (if any):
- Power of Attorney
- Certified Priority Document
- small entity declaration
- Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
- Assignment for Patent Right Transfer
via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest priority date.
- Licensing Fee: None.
- Annuity: The annual fee renewal fee must be paid within 6 months before the application date. If the annual fee is overdue, the payment can be postponed within a grace period of 6 months, but a late fee will be charged.
no
via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest priority date.