yes. A utility model can be converted into an invention at any time before granted/rejection, and the converted patent application has the same filing date as the original application, and can only be converted once and a conversion fee is required.
- Can the priority right of utility model application in the Philippines be restored?
- Can the priority right of Philippine invention patent application be restored?
- How long is the deadline for filing an industrial design application in the Philippines?
- Whether the Philippine industrial design application can apply for a combination of appearance
- Which is the competent authority for invention patent applications in the Philippines
- Which is the competent authority for utility model patent applications in the Philippines?
- Characteristics of the Philippine design patent application process
- Description of Philippine Design Authorization and Annual Fee
- Whether the Philippine invention patent application can be type-converted
- How many years is the protection period of the Philippine invention patent application