Industrial Design Registration in Italy

With iGERENT, the cost to register an industrial design in Italy is USD 1,000. This all-inclusive fee covers the official government charges as well as the preparation and filing of your application for one design. By working with our experts, you can protect your design smoothly and avoid unexpected costs or complications along the way.

In Italy, the registration process for an industrial design is usually quite fast. If all documents are in order, the registration can often be completed within 2 to 4 months. However, the timeframe may vary depending on the workload of the Italian Patent and Trademark Office (UIBM) or if clarifications are requested. At iGERENT, we prepare your application carefully to avoid delays and ensure smooth registration.

In Italy, industrial design protection lasts for up to 25 years from the filing date. Protection is initially granted for five years and can be renewed in five-year increments until the maximum term is reached. At iGERENT, we keep track of your renewal deadlines and guide you through the process so your rights remain protected without interruption.

In Italy, industrial design registrations must be renewed every five years, up to a maximum of 25 years. Instead of annual annuities, renewal fees are paid in five-year installments to maintain protection. At iGERENT, we handle your renewals and remind you of upcoming deadlines so you never risk losing your rights.

In Italy, industrial design applications go through a formal examination only. The Italian Patent and Trademark Office (UIBM) checks that the application meets filing requirements, such as proper documentation, representations, and payment of fees. The UIBM does not examine novelty or individual character during this stage—these aspects can only be challenged later in court if disputes arise. At iGERENT, we prepare your application carefully to ensure it passes the formal review without unnecessary delays.

In Italy, you must provide clear and accurate representations of the design when applying. These can be line drawings, photographs, or digital images, and they should show the product from different angles (front, back, top, bottom, and sides) so its full appearance is disclosed. The images must not include text, dimensions, or irrelevant background. At iGERENT, we help you prepare drawings that meet the standards of the Italian Patent and Trademark Office (UIBM) to avoid delays or refusals.

In Italy, industrial design searches can be carried out through the online database of the Italian Patent and Trademark Office (UIBM). However, searches can be complex since designs are classified by product categories and visual features rather than simple keywords. At iGERENT, we handle searches on your behalf, identifying potential conflicts before you file—saving you time, money, and the risk of future disputes.

Italy grants a six-month priority period for industrial design applications. This means that if you have already filed your design in another Paris Convention member country, you can claim that same filing date in Italy as long as you apply within six months. At iGERENT, we help you manage these deadlines so your design rights are protected internationally without missing the priority window.

In Italy, the official fees for industrial design registration must be paid at the time of filing the application. If the fees are not paid, the Italian Patent and Trademark Office (UIBM) will not process the application. With iGERENT, we handle these payments on your behalf when submitting your application, ensuring there are no delays or missed deadlines.

In Italy, industrial design protection is limited to the appearance of a product, including its shape, lines, contours, colors, texture, or ornamentation. It does not cover the technical function of the product, features dictated solely by utility, or designs that are contrary to public order or morality. At iGERENT, we guide you on what can and cannot be protected so you can maximize the value of your design rights.

Yes. In Italy, you can file a multiple application that includes up to 100 designs in a single filing, provided they belong to the same class of products under the Locarno Classification. This option can be more cost-effective than filing separate applications. At iGERENT, we help you structure your filings strategically so you save costs while ensuring strong protection for all your designs.

Yes, but only within a six-month grace period after the renewal deadline. During this time, you must pay the renewal fee plus a late surcharge. If the grace period expires without payment, the registration is permanently lost and cannot be restored. At iGERENT, we track your renewal deadlines and send you reminders so you never risk losing your protection.