yes. The applicant may request that the patent type be converted from invention to utility model before the patent is granted.
none
10 years
no
1-3 years
no
If the inventor or his client, the national office, or the information obtained directly or indirectly from the inventor leads to third-party disclosure, a novelty grace period of 12 months before the filing date/priority date can be enjoyed.
20 years
yes. The applicant may request that the patent type be converted from invention to utility model before the patent is granted.
no
- none