yes. UIBM may require the applicant to change the patent type from invention to utility model.
- Which is the competent authority for Italian invention patent applications?
- Italian invention patent application authorization and annual fee instructions
- How long is the protection period of Italian invention patent application
- How long is the protection period of industrial design in Italy?
- Whether the Italian industrial design application can be DAS
- Which is the competent authority for utility model applications in Italy?
- Novelty grace period for industrial design applications in Italy
- How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in Italy?
- Features of Italian invention patent application process
- Can the priority right of Italian invention patent application be restored?