Designs

1. Our Services

  • Preparing and filing design applications in China
  • Prosecution of design applications in China
  • Conducting design searches and providing professional advice
  • Preparing and recording assignments and design licenses
  • Paying annuities for design registrations

2. Design Fees

Filing Application Attorney fee US $500
Official fee 500RMB=75$
Registration Attorney fee US $200
Official fee 805RMB=120$
Total US $895

* Our services contains free drawing revise service.

* The official fee of registration fee contains the first year annual fee,printing fee as well as stamp tax.

3. Requirements

  • Full name, address and nationality of Applicant(s)
  • Full name and address of Designer(s)
  • Name of article
  • Image data of drawings (Basically, six views (front, rear, right side, left side, top, and bottom views)
  • If claim Priority, please offer application number, date, and country

4. Flow Chart

5. Designs FAQ

What is the duration for design rights?

10 years from the registration date.


What is the time frame from the filing of a design application up to registration?

About six months for a straightforward case.


What kind of drawings are required?

Ordinarily at least six views are required.


Is there substantive exam for design patent in China ?

No, there is no substantive exam for design patent. However, you can request Patent evaluation report. More details, please contact info@ipnightowl.com.