yes. Before the patent is granted/rejected, the patent type can be changed from invention to utility model at the request of the applicant. Can only be converted once.
- Who is the competent authority for utility model applications in Austria?
- How long is the protection period for utility model applications in Austria?
- Features of Austrian design patent application process
- How long is the PCT deadline for utility model applications in Austria?
- Features of the patent application process for utility model applications in Austria
- Novelty grace period for patent applications for inventions in Austria
- How long is the PCT period for Austrian invention patent application
- Novelty grace period for industrial design applications in Austria
- How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in Austria?
- How long does it take for an Austrian invention patent application to be granted?