How to view your design from the perspective of an EUIPO examiner
EUIPO Design Application Guide - Specific Tips for Your Design
When applying for design protection, understanding the rules for submitting correct representations is crucial. This not only helps applicants successfully pass the examination but also ensures the design is accurately and comprehensively protected. This article will provide a detailed analysis of the key requirements and common issues regarding the submission of representations in design applications.
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Two Major Grounds for Rejection by EUIPO in Community Design Registration - Why Could Your Design Be Rejected?
Rejection
The EUIPO's rejection of community design is limited to two grounds for non-registrability:
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Sample Submission Guidelines in EU Community Design
Specimens
If the EU Community Design Application involves a two-dimensional design and includes a deferral request, images or photographs of the design can be replaced with a specimen. Typically, a specimen is a sample piece of material like textiles, wallpaper, lace, leather, etc.
The specimen must not exceed 26.2cm x 17cm in size, weigh more than 50 grams, or be thicker than 3 mm. Five copies of each specimen must be submitted; for multiple designs, five copies per design are required.
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