Safeguard the visual design of your product and preserve its uniqueness.
An Industrial Design refers to the aesthetic or ornamental aspects of a product — the shape, configuration, pattern, or color that gives your product a unique appearance. It does not cover the product’s technical or functional features.
Whether you’ve designed a unique bottle, piece of furniture, packaging, or fashion item — registering your industrial design gives you the legal right to prevent others from replicating your work for up to 15 years (initially 5 years, renewable in two 5-year periods).
Key Benefits of Registering Your Industrial Design:
Exclusive Rights: Only you can use, sell, or license the design.
Brand Value: Enhance the commercial appeal and marketability of your product.
Legal Protection: Stop unauthorized copying or imitation.
Monetization Opportunities: License or sell your design to generate income.
Step 1: Ensure Your Design is Eligible
Confirm that your design is new, original, and not previously disclosed to the public.
Step 2: Prepare Your Application:
Your application should include:
Step 3: Submit the Application
Submit your application in person or online to the Intellectual Property Office. Ensure that all required documents are signed and complete.
Step 4: Formal Examination & Filing Date
The IPO will review your application for completeness and assign a filing date if all requirements are met.
Step 5: Publication
Your registered design is published in the IP Office Journal, making it visible to the public.
Step 6: Certificate of Registration
Once approved, you’ll receive a Certificate of Registration, granting you exclusive rights for the initial 5-year term.
Step 7: Renewal
You can renew your design twice, for 5 years each time — up to a maximum of 15 years.
Protect Your Product’s Unique Look?
Give your design the protection it deserves. Apply for Industrial Design Protection or Learn More About Industrial Designs
