2 years
8-10 years
Formal examination and substantive examination are required.
Formal examination and substantive examination are required.
20 years
National Institute of Industrial Property of Uruguay Ministry of Industry, Energy and Mines
English: National Directorate of Industrial Property Ministry of Industry, Energy and Mining, abbreviation: DNPI
Website: Sitio oficial de la República Oriental del Uruguay - GUB.UY (www.gub.uy)
Uruguayan Patent Search: Consulta libre (miem.gub.uy)
The novelty grace period is 12 months before the filing date/priority date.
no
15 years
via Paris Convention : 6 months from earliest priority date.
Formal examination and substantive examination are required.