- via Paris Convention : 6 months from earliest priority date.
- EU route: 6 months from earliest priority date.
- Hague Agreement route: 6 months from earliest priority date.
INPI only conducts formality examination of design patent applications.
Reinstatement of Priority Accepted on Unintentional Grounds.
1-2 years
yes
The novelty grace period is 6 months before the filing date/priority date.
yes
Reinstatement of Priority Accepted on Unintentional Grounds.
25 years
20 years
yes