yes. UIBM may require the applicant to change the patent type from invention to utility model.
- Novelty grace period for industrial design applications in Italy
- Whether the Italian invention patent application can be type-converted
- How long does it take for an Italian invention patent application to be granted?
- What are the requirements for the Italian invention patent application documents
- Whether the Italian industrial design application can be DAS
- How long is the PCT period for Italian invention patent application
- Italian invention patent application authorization and annual fee instructions
- Is Italian industrial design application convertible?
- Whether an Italian industrial design application can apply for a combined appearance
- How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in Italy?