Industrial Design Registration in Turkey

With iGERENT, the cost to register an industrial design in Turkey is USD 600. This all-inclusive fee covers the official government charges as well as the preparation and filing of your application for one design. By choosing iGERENT, you benefit from expert guidance and a smooth process without hidden costs or unnecessary complications.

In Turkey, the registration process for an industrial design typically takes around 6 to 12 months, depending on the workload of the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT) and whether any objections are raised during examination. At iGERENT, we prepare your application carefully to minimize delays and help you secure protection as quickly as possible.

In Turkey, 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 monitor your deadlines and manage the renewal process so your rights remain protected without interruption.

In Turkey, 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 manage these renewals and send reminders so you never risk losing your rights due to a missed deadline.

In Turkey, industrial design applications go through both a formal examination and a substantive examination. The Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT) first checks that the application meets all filing requirements, including proper documentation, representations, and payment of fees. Then, the substantive examination ensures that the design is new, has individual character, and is not contrary to public order or morality. At iGERENT, we prepare your application carefully to minimize the risk of objections and guide you through the process for a smooth registration.

In Turkey, applicants must submit clear and accurate representations of the design with their application. These may include line drawings, photographs, or digital images that show the product from multiple angles (front, back, sides, top, bottom, and perspective views). The images should accurately reflect the design’s appearance and must not contain text, dimensions, or irrelevant backgrounds. At iGERENT, we help you prepare drawings that meet the standards of the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT) to avoid delays or refusals.

In Turkey, industrial design searches can be performed through the database of the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT). However, searches can be complex since designs are categorized by product types and visual features rather than simple keywords. At iGERENT, we conduct professional searches on your behalf, helping you identify possible conflicts before filing—saving you time, money, and the risk of disputes later on.

Turkey 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 Turkey 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 Turkey, the official fees for industrial design registration must be paid at the time of filing the application. If the payment is not made, the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT) will not process the application. With iGERENT, all official fees are included in our service—we handle the payments on your behalf to ensure your application proceeds without delays or missed deadlines.

In Turkey, industrial design protection applies only to the visual aspects of a product, such as its shape, configuration, patterns, colors, or ornamentation. It does not cover 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 advise you on what can and cannot be protected so you can maximize the value of your design rights.

Yes. In Turkey, 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 into different classes, separate applications are required. At iGERENT, we help you structure your filings strategically so you can save costs while ensuring complete protection for all your creations.

Yes, but only within a six-month grace period after the renewal deadline. During this period, the renewal fee must be paid along with 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 handle the process so you never risk losing your protection.