Industrial Design Registration in Macau

With iGERENT, the cost to register an industrial design in Macau is USD 890. 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.

In Macau, the registration process for an industrial design generally takes 6 to 12 months, depending on the workload of the Macao Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT) and whether any objections or formal issues arise. At iGERENT, we prepare your application thoroughly to reduce delays and help you secure protection as quickly as possible.

In Macau, industrial design protection lasts for up to 25 years from the filing date. Protection is initially granted for 5 years and can be renewed in five-year increments until the maximum term is reached. At iGERENT, we track your renewal deadlines and guide you through the process so your rights remain protected without interruption.

In Macau, 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 keep the protection in force. At iGERENT, we handle your renewals and send reminders so you never risk losing your rights.

In Macau, industrial design applications go through a formal examination only. The Macao Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT) checks that the application meets filing requirements, such as correct documentation, representations, and payment of fees. The office does not examine novelty or individual character—these can only be challenged later in court if disputes arise. At iGERENT, we prepare your application carefully to ensure it passes the formal review smoothly and without unnecessary delays.

In Macau, you must submit clear and accurate representations of the design with your application. These can be line drawings, photographs, or digital images that show the product from multiple views (front, back, top, bottom, and sides) so that its full appearance is disclosed. The images must not include text, dimensions, or irrelevant background. At iGERENT, we guide you in preparing drawings that meet the standards of the Macao Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT) to avoid delays or refusals.

In Macau, industrial design searches can be carried out through the records of the Macao Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT). However, searches are often complex because designs are categorized by product types and visual features rather than simple keywords. At iGERENT, we perform professional searches on your behalf, helping you identify potential conflicts before filing your application—saving you time, money, and the risk of disputes later on.

Macau grants a six-month priority period for industrial design applications. This means that if you first filed your design in another Paris Convention member country, you can claim that earlier filing date in Macau 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 Macau, the official fees for industrial design registration must be paid at the time of filing the application. If the payment is not made, the Macao Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT) will not process the application. With iGERENT, the payment is included in our service—we handle it on your behalf to ensure there are no delays or missed deadlines.

In Macau, industrial design protection applies only to the visual aspects of a product—such as its shape, configuration, pattern, or ornamentation. It does not extend to the technical function of the product, features dictated solely by utility, or designs that are offensive, contrary to public order, or lacking novelty. At iGERENT, we help you understand what aspects of your design can be protected so you can make the most of your rights.

Yes. In Macau, you can file a multiple application that includes more than one design, as long as they belong to the same Locarno Classification. If the designs fall under different classes, separate applications are required. At iGERENT, we advise you on the best filing strategy so you can save costs while ensuring all your designs are fully protected.

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 passes 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.