How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in France?

10 years

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

INPI

English: L'Institut national de la propriété industrielle, abbreviation: INPI

Website: www.inpi.fr

French Invention Patent Search: Recherche avancée - Data INPI

6-8 months

25 years

The novelty grace period is 6 months before the filing date/priority date.

• 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.

Reinstatement of Priority Accepted on Unintentional Grounds.

yes

• via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest priority date.