IGE/IPI only conducts formality examination of design patent applications. No novelty review is performed. Applicants may request a 30-month delay in publication.
- Whether a Swiss industrial design application can apply for a combined appearance
- What are the requirements for the Swiss invention patent application documents
- How long is the protection period of a Swiss invention patent application
- Novelty grace period for patent applications in Switzerland
- How long is the deadline for industrial design application in Switzerland?
- Whether the Swiss invention patent application can be DAS
- Whether the Swiss invention patent application can be type-converted
- Which is the competent authority for patent applications for inventions in Switzerland?
- How long does it take for a Swiss invention patent application to be granted?
- Characteristics of the Swiss invention patent application process