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.
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- How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in Austria?
- Is a utility model application convertible in Austria?
- Features of Austrian design patent application process
- Is the design application in Austria convertible?
- Novelty grace period for utility model applications in Austria
- How long is the PCT period for Austrian invention patent application
- Whether the Austrian invention patent application can be type-converted
- Austrian invention patent application authorization and annual fee instructions