ATPO conducts formality examination and substantive examination of invention patents. The search report will be published together with the patent application within 18 months from the filing date, and the substantive examination will start automatically, and the applicant does not need to file a separate request for substantive examination. It can be authorized if the granted conditions are met.
- Whether an Austrian industrial design application can apply for a combined appearance
- How long is the PCT deadline for utility model applications in Austria?
- How long is the deadline for industrial design application in Austria?
- How long is the protection period for utility model applications in Austria?
- Novelty grace period for utility model applications in Austria
- Can Austrian utility model application priority be restored?
- Who is the competent authority for utility model applications in Austria?
- Which is the competent authority for patent applications for inventions in Austria?
- How long does it take for an Austrian invention patent application to be granted?
- What are the requirements for the Austrian industrial design application documents