Which is the competent authority for patent applications in Denmark

20 years

15 months

DKPTO conducts only formality examination of utility model patent applications. It can be submitted in a foreign language, but the Danish translation must be completed within one month from the filing date. The applicant/anyone can submit a request for examination during the validity period of the patent, and DKPTO will conduct substantive examination after paying the corresponding fee. Method Claim are not allowed.

DKPTO conducts only formality examination of design patent applications.

1-3 years

Reinstatement of priority is accepted on grounds of "due care."

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

10 years

Within 12 months of the filing date/priority date.

Within 12 months prior to the filing date/priority date.