The total validity period of EU appearance patents is 25 years, valid for five years from the date of filing, and renewable once every five years for four times. The validity period of the EU appearance patent is calculated from the date of application, and the applied patent will be protected by law within the protection period of 25 years. It is an infringement for others to manufacture, sell or use the design without authorization. When an infringement occurs and is clearly an infringement, the infringer has the right to ask the infringer to stop the infringement and get compensation. EU appearance patents can take effect in many member countries, and the examination procedure is relatively simple. After the patent expires, the termination formalities shall be handled in accordance with the provisions.

How to protect EU appearance patents?

1, the annual patent fee needs to be paid in time, and the interruption of payment will affect the maintenance of patent validity.

2. When signing the relevant contract, it is necessary to clearly stipulate in the contract that the other party shall not infringe the EU appearance patent right.

3. If infringement is found, it is necessary to collect evidence in advance, and you can file a lawsuit with the local intellectual property office to take legal measures to safeguard your legitimate rights and interests.