Features of Austrian design patent application process

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ATPO only conducts formality examination of design patent applications.

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  • Whether the Austrian design application can be DAS

    yes

  • Features of the patent application process for utility model applications in Austria

    ATPO conducts formality examination only for utility model patent applications. Although ATPO searches utility model patent applications, the search results do not affect the grant results. The applicant may amend the patent application after receiving the search report.

  • What are the requirements for the Austrian invention patent application documents

    Filing Language: German

    via Paris Convention via Nationalization of PCT

    Necessary documents:

    1. Abstract
    2. Abstract Drawing
    3. Claim
    4. Specification
    5. Drawing

    Necessary documents:

    1. Abstract
    2. Abstract Drawing
    3. Claim
    4. Specification
    5. Drawing

    Attachments (if any)

    1. Sequence Listing (PDF format and TXT format)
    2. Certificate of Deposit of Microorganisms and its German Translation
    3. Certificate of Microbiological Survival and its German Translation
    4. Power of Attorney
    5. Scanned Copy of Certified Priority Document / DAS
    6. Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
    7. Assignment for Patent Right Transfer
    8. Notification issued by CNIPA notify the applicant the application has passed through the security review

    Attachments (if any)

    1. WIPO Publication
    2. ISR/IPRP
    3. Entry into the Austrian national phase 19/28/34/41 amended
    4. Sequence Listing (PDF format and TXT format)
    5. Certificate of Deposit of Microorganisms and its German Translation
    6. Certificate of Microbiological Survival and its German Translation
    7. Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
    8. Assignment for Patent Right Transfer

  • Whether an Austrian industrial design application can apply for a combined appearance

    yes. If multiple designs have at least one of the same category, a maximum of 50 designs can be included in one design.

  • How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in Austria?

    1 month

  • How long is the deadline for industrial design application in Austria?

    • via Paris Convention : 6 months from earliest priority date.
    • EU route: 6 months from earliest priority date.
    • Hague Agreement route: 6 months from earliest priority date.

  • Novelty grace period for patent applications for inventions in Austria

    A novelty grace period of 6 months prior to the filing date/priority date may be granted if the invention is disclosed as a result of apparent misuse by the applicant or its former right holders, or if the invention is exhibited at an official or officially recognized exhibition.

  • How long does it take to grant a utility model application in Austria?

    11 months. If an expedited request is made, granted can be obtained in about 3-4 months.

  • What are the requirements for the utility model application documents in Austria?

    Filing Language: German

    via Paris Convention via Nationalization of PCT

    Necessary documents:

    1. Abstract
    2. Abstract Drawing
    3. Claim
    4. Specification
    5. Drawing

    Necessary documents:

    1. Abstract
    2. Abstract Drawing
    3. Claim
    4. Specification
    5. Drawing

    Attachments (if any)

    1. Power of Attorney
    2. Certified Priority Document
    3. Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
    4. Assignment for Patent Right Transfer
    5. Notification issued by CNIPA notify the applicant the application has passed through the security review

    Attachments (if any)

    1. WIPO Publication
    2. ISR/IPRP
    3. Entry into the German national phase 19/28/34/41 amended
    4. Power of Attorney
    5. Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
    6. Assignment for Patent Right Transfer

  • How long is the term of industrial design protection in Austria?

    The initial protection is 5 years, which can be renewed 4 times for a maximum protection of 25 years.