Which is the competent authority for patent applications for inventions in Romania?

no

The novelty grace period is 12 months before the filing date/priority date.

Accept the restoration of priority, and consult OSIM for specific standards.

no

Romanian Patent and Trademark Office

English: State Office for Inventions and Trademarks, abbreviation: OSIM

Website: OSIM, EUIPO, WIPO registration, verification, terms and costs (inregistrare-marci.ro)

Romanian Invention Patent Search: ro.espacenet.com

20 years

2 years

no

• via Paris Convention : 6 months from earliest priority date.
• Hague Agreement route: 6 months from earliest priority date.
• EU appearance route: 6 months from the earliest priority date.

The novelty grace period is 12 months before the filing date/priority date.