yes. Within 3 years from the date of application, or within 3 months from the date of receipt of the rejection decision, the patent type can be changed from design to invention/utility model at the request of the applicant.
A conversion fee shall be paid for patent type conversion. Once the original patent application is converted, it will be deemed withdrawn.
- How long does it take for a utility model application to be granted in Japan?
- Which is the competent authority for utility model patent applications in Japan?
- Is a Japanese industrial design application eligible for DAS?
- What are the requirements for Japanese utility model application documents?
- Is Japanese Utility Model Application Type Convertible?
- Explanation of Japanese utility model application authorization and annual fee
- Can the priority right of utility model application in Japan be restored?
- Which is the competent authority for Japanese invention patent applications?
- Novelty Grace Period for Japanese Invention Patent Application
- Explanation of Japanese Industrial Design Authorization and Annual Fee