Industrial Design Registration in Australia

Safeguard your innovative product aesthetics with industrial design registration in Australia. iGERENT provides tailored support to secure your designs, offering a streamlined and affordable path to industrial design protection.

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Register your Industrial Design in Australia

Provide us with your design details, and we will prepare a quote and explain the process for registering your Industrial Design in Australia.
FromUS$ 640

All fees included

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Frequently Asked Questions about Industrial Design registrations in Australia

iGERENT handles industrial design registrations with IP Australia. Below are the most common questions about protecting your designs in Australia. Contact us if you have additional questions or are ready to proceed with your application.

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What are the legal requirements for industrial design registration in Australia?

Industrial design registration requirements in Australia include ownership and contact details, at least one representation of the design, product name, and payment details . No power of attorney is required. If claiming priority, priority details must be provided. If claiming novelty, details must be provided. English translation of priority documents may be requested by examiner or third party.

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What is the cost to register an industrial design in Australia?

Cost to register industrial design in Australia starts from the price indicated at the top of this page. The fees for Industrial design registration may vary depending on your design's specific nature and circumstances. Additional charges may apply based on the complexity and particular requirements of your industrial design application in Australia.

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How long does the industrial design registration process take in Australia?

The industrial design registration timeline in Australia is approximately 4 months. Registration takes at least 2 months for the formalities assessment process. The industrial design registration process time includes an 8-week formalities assessment period conducted by IP Australia.

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How long does the protection of industrial design last in Australia?

The duration of industrial design protection in Australia is up to 10 years from the filing date. The initial registration lasts for 5 years, and you may renew the design registration for a further 5 years once. Registration is required to obtain full protection.

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What are the annuities for an industrial design registrations in Australia?

The annuities for industrial design registrations in Australia consist of a single renewal fee payable in the 5th year. This renewal fee is currently A$725 + GST and extends the registration for an additional 5 years, bringing the total protection to 10 years.

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What is the examination process for industrial design registration in Australia?

The examination process for industrial design registration in Australia involves initial formalities examination only. Substantive examination is optional and can be requested anytime during the design's life. Only examined and certified designs can be enforced in Australia.

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What are the drawing requirements for industrial design registration in Australia?

The drawing requirements for industrial design registration in Australia include sufficient views to fully display the design. Clear black and white line drawings are preferred, though very clear photos are acceptable. Priority views are front, side, and top, but perspective or isometric views are also accepted.

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How do I conduct an industrial design search in Australia?

To conduct industrial design search in Australia, you can use the Australian Design Search database which allows searching by numbers, owner's name, product name, classification, and images. We offer professional search services tailored to each specific design with customized quotes.

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What is the priority period for filing industrial designs in Australia?

The priority period for filing industrial designs in Australia is 6 months from the date of filing the first application in a Paris Convention country. This allows applicants to claim priority and maintain the earlier filing date when filing subsequent applications in Australia.

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When is the final payment due for industrial design registration in Australia?

There is no final payment due for industrial design registration in Australia. Once you pay the initial application fee of A$200, registration typically occurs within a few months without requiring additional final grant fees. The only future payments needed are renewal fees after 5 years if you choose to extend protection.

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What are the limitations of industrial design protection in Australia?

The limitations of industrial design protection in Australia include exclusions for medals, Australian currency, and scandalous designs. Methods of manufacture, use of particular materials, or methods of achieving an end cannot be protected. Things that occur in nature cannot be registered as they are not handmade or manufactured. Integrated circuit layouts and artwork are automatically protected by copyright.

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Can I file multiple industrial design applications in Australia?

Yes, you can file multiple industrial design applications in Australia within one application. However, all designs must be for the same product or fall within the same Locarno class. Each design requires separate application fees. For example, you can include multiple designs applied to one pillowcase in a single application.

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Can I renew a lapsed industrial design registration in Australia?

You cannot renew a lapsed industrial design registration in Australia. Once an industrial design registration expires after 5 years without renewal, it becomes permanently lapsed. Unlike some other countries, Australia does not offer a grace period or restoration process for lapsed design registrations. You would need to file a new application if protection is still desired.