20 years
via Paris Convention : 6 months from earliest priority date.
2 years
no
no
If the invention is disclosed intentionally or unintentionally by the applicant, or the disclosure is made with or without the consent of the applicant, a 12-month novelty grace period may be enjoyed.
15 years
via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest priority date.
A 12-month novelty grace period is available if:
- Disclosure of designs at exhibitions held or recognized by Taiwan authorities
Disclosure of Disclosures Without the Applicant's Consent
The design application shall be submitted to TIPO within 6 months after the above disclosure and the corresponding evidence shall be submitted.
If the invention is disclosed intentionally or unintentionally by the applicant, or the disclosure is made with or without the consent of the applicant, a 12-month novelty grace period may be enjoyed.
6 months