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

• 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.

2-3 years

25 years

yes

10 years

yes. Multiple designs may be included in one French design application, provided that the designs belong to the same class in the International Classification of Designs.

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

• via Paris Convention : 12 months from earliest 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.

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