yes. Prior to patent grant/rejection, the patent type can be converted from utility model to invention at the request of the applicant. Can only be converted once.
- Can Austrian utility model application priority be restored?
- Instructions for Authorization of Utility Model Application and Annual Fee in Austria
- Novelty grace period for industrial design applications in Austria
- Novelty grace period for patent applications for inventions in Austria
- Instructions for Authorization of Industrial Design and Annual Fee in Austria
- How long is the protection period for utility model applications in Austria?
- Whether an Austrian industrial design application can apply for a combined appearance
- How long is the PCT deadline for utility model applications in Austria?
- What are the requirements for the Austrian invention patent application documents
- How long is the protection period of Austrian invention patent application