Switzerland (CH)
Procedures Applying when this Contracting Party is Designated
| Republication |
The Office does not republish the international registration. |
| Examination Procedure |
The Office carries out examination on substantive grounds on issues such as the definition of a 'design', public order and morality, and the protection of State emblems. |
| Opposition Period |
None. |
| Time Limit for Responding to Refusal |
Two months from the date of receipt of the refusal (extendable under certain conditions). |
| Effect as Grant of Protection |
The international registration has the effect as a grant of protection, if no refusal has been issued, as from the international registration date. If a refusal (partial or total) has been issued and the refusal has been subsequently withdrawn, the international registration has the effect as a grant of protection as from the international registration date. |
| Representation before the Office |
Whoever is involved in administrative proceedings provided for in the Swiss Design Act and does not have a residence or principle place of business in Switzerland, must designate an address for service in Switzerland. This is the requirement but the design holder can be represented by an agent. A list of IP agents is maintained by the Office and can be obtained from the Office or at: |
| Fees payable on division of the international registration |
Not applicable. |
Last updated on: April 27, 2012
