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Patent Filing in Portugal
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Why File a Patent in Portugal
Filing a patent in Portugal ensures protection in a strategically positioned EU country with strong links to Europe, Africa, and South America. As a member of the European Patent Convention and the PCT, Portugal offers reliable patent protection and multiple international filing options. Securing your rights there helps safeguard innovation, support market entry in the EU, and enhance opportunities for global expansion.
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Patent Application Process in Portugal
The patent application process in Portugal follows clear procedural steps to ensure full protection of your invention. Applicants can file different types of patents in Portugal, each with its own process and requirements.
Invention Patent
(Paris Route or PCT)
Design Patent
Filling Timelines
The time limit for the PCT national phase entry is 30 months from the earliest date of priority for national phases and 12 months for local patent applications. It is possible to restore this term within two months after this period provided duly ground application is filed.
The time limit for filing a design is 6 months from the earliest date of priority. This term may be restored within 2 months after the expiration of this deadline.
Required Documents
Signed POA, inventor declaration, assignment and Original certified copy of priority, if applicable.
Signed POA, inventor declaration, assignment and Original certified copy of priority, if applicable. A drawing set of the different views of the design.
Examination
Examination is conducted automatically once the application has been filed. In Portugal it is possible to request an accelerated examination under the PPH (Patent Prosecution Highway).
A design application in Portugal undergoes a formal examination only.
Maintenance
Maintenance fees must be paid as from the 3rd year from the PCT international filing
date. Applicant may receive maintenance fees reminders; however, it is the responsibility of the patentee to ensure renewal fees are paid timely to prevent expiration of the patent.
After the registration is granted, a Certificate is available during the lifetime of the design by paying the respective official fees. Renewal fees are due every 5 years from the filing date up to the design patent validity term of 25 years.
Why Choose Patentarea for
Patent Filing in Portugal
Patentarea simplifies the entire patent registration process, from prior art search to grant, and provides expert support for PCT national phase entries in Portugal and worldwide. Our process is efficient, transparent, and designed to help you secure protection for your invention in just three simple steps:
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Gain full access to all documents, deadlines, and key filings through our advanced online system. We handle everything from submissions to ongoing maintenance, ensuring compliance with local requirements while keeping you updated—at no additional cost.
FAQ’s
How long can it take a Portuguese patent to be issued?
A standard patent application process in Portugal can take between 2 and 3 years from the filing date. However, an accelerated examination can be requested. Contact us for additional information.
Why Patentarea.com?
We have a team of patent attorneys and engineers, with years of experience making patent searches, filing patent applications and following up on the patent process in more than 30 countries, which allows us to assure you:
-Competent professionals will perform all the necessary procedures for filing and following up your patent application.
-You will receive timely information regarding updates for the application process.
-If objections or rejections arise in the patent application process, knowledgeable attorneys will advise you on the appropriate course of action.
-All information provided to us will be kept in absolute confidentiality. Before entering any business relationship we electronically sign a confidentiality agreement with you that protects your interests (View our confidentiality agreement).
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