Features of the patent application process for utility model applications in Denmark

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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.

专利申请流程

DK Denmark

  • What are the requirements for the Danish invention patent application documents

    Filing Language: Danish/English

    via Paris Convention via Nationalization of PCT

    Necessary documents:

    1. Abstract
    2. Abstract Drawing
    3. Claim
    4. Specification
    5. Drawing

    Necessary documents:

    1. Abstract
    2. Abstract Drawing
    3. Claim
    4. Specification
    5. Drawing

    Attachments (if any)

    1. Sequence Listing (PDF format and TXT format)
    2. Certificate of Deposit of Microorganisms and its Danish/English translation
    3. Certificate of Microbiological Survival and its Danish/English translation
    4. Scanned Copy of Certified Priority Document / DAS
    5. Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
    6. Assignment for Patent Right Transfer
    7. Notification issued by CNIPA notify the applicant the application has passed through the security review

    Attachments (if any)

    1. WIPO Publication
    2. ISR/IPRP
    3. Entry into the Danish national phase 19/28/34/41 amended
    4. Sequence Listing (PDF format and TXT format)
    5. Certificate of Deposit of Microorganisms and its Danish/English translation
    6. Certificate of Microbiological Survival and its Danish/English translation
    7. Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority

    8. Assignment for Patent Right Transfer

  • What are the requirements for Danish industrial design application documents

    Filing Language: Danish/English

    Necessary documents:

    1. Exterior Design Picture (Six Views)
    2. Product Description

    Attachments (if any):

    1. Certified Priority Document
    2. Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
    3. Assignment for Patent Right Transfer

  • Description of Danish Industrial Design Authorization and Annual Fees

    • Licensing Fee: None.
    • Annuity: The application fee includes the official fee for the first 5 years. The first renewal fee must be paid within 5 years from the filing date.

  • Whether the Danish invention patent application can be DAS

    yes

  • Whether the Danish industrial design application can be DAS

    no

  • How long is the protection period of industrial design in Denmark?

    25 years. Designs for components used to repair complex products to restore their original appearance are protected for up to 15 years.

  • Is a Danish utility model application eligible for DAS?

    yes

  • How long is the PCT period for a Danish invention patent application?

    • via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest priority date.
    • via Nationalization of PCT : 31 months from earliest priority date.
    • Validation of European Patent in EPO member states: within 3 months from the date of grant of the European patent.

  • Novelty Grace Period for Danish Invention Patent Application

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

  • What are the requirements for the Danish utility model application documents?

    Filing Language: Danish/English

    via Paris Convention via Nationalization of PCT

    Necessary documents:

    1. Abstract
    2. Abstract Drawing
    3. Claim
    4. Specification
    5. Drawing

    Necessary documents:

    1. Abstract
    2. Abstract Drawing
    3. Claim
    4. Specification
    5. Drawing

    Attachments (if any)

    1. Scanned Copy of Certified Priority Document / DAS
    2. Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
    3. Assignment for Patent Right Transfer
    4. Notification issued by CNIPA notify the applicant the application has passed through the security review

    Attachments (if any)

    1. WIPO Publication
    2. ISR/IPRP
    3. Entry into the Danish national phase 19/28/34/41 amended
    4. Declaration of Ownership/Certification of Employment/Assignment of priority
    5. Assignment for Patent Right Transfer