yes
yes. If multiple designs have at least one of the same category, a maximum of 50 designs can be included in one design.
ATPO only conducts formality examination of design patent applications.
ATPO conducts formality examination and substantive examination of invention patents. The search report will be published together with the patent application within 18 months from the filing date, and the substantive examination will start automatically, and the applicant does not need to file a separate request for substantive examination. It can be authorized if the granted conditions are met.
Reinstatement of priority on grounds of "due care" and "unintentional/due care" accepted.
yes
Filing Language: German Necessary documents:
- Exterior Design Picture (Six Views)
- A Brief Description
Attachments (if any):
- Power of Attorney
- Certified Priority Document
- Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
- Assignment for Patent Right Transfer
The initial protection is 5 years, which can be renewed 4 times for a maximum protection of 25 years.
11 months. If an expedited request is made, granted can be obtained in about 3-4 months.
yes
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