yes. After the substantive examination of the invention patent application, the patent applicant can submit a request and pay the prescribed conversion request fee to convert the patent type from invention to utility model. If the invention patent does not meet the conditions for granting a patent, a request for conversion may be filed within three months from the date of issuance of the rejection document of the invention patent.
- Features of the utility model patent application process in Vietnam
- How long does it take for a utility model application to be granted in Vietnam?
- Whether the design application in Vietnam can be type-converted
- What are the requirements for the design application documents in Vietnam?
- Instructions for Authorization and Annual Fee of Vietnam Invention Patent Application
- Is the design application in Vietnam eligible for DAS?
- What are the requirements for Vietnam invention patent application documents
- Characteristics of Vietnam invention patent application process
- How long is the PCT period for Vietnam invention patent application
- Can the priority right of Vietnam invention patent application be restored?