Forms i.e. the exterior appearance of an object

Registration in the design register

• Novel

• Overall impression must clearly differentiate from existing forms

• Not against public order or public morality

• Purely technical functions

• Ideas and concepts

• Anything that violates federal law (e.g. protection of coats of arms) and treaties

None

Defined by the representation

5 years (renewable thereafter 4 × 5 years up to a maximum of 25 years)

mod. dep.
Use optional, misuse punishable by law

200 CHF (basic fee) including publication of one representation

200 CHF (5 years)

• Publication can be deferred for up to 30 months

• Novelty not examined for)