For IP professionals
This is the portal for professionals working in the field of intellectual property. Here you'll find direct access to all necessary resources.
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Submitting your application
How do I apply to register a design?
Applying to register a design is really easy. All you need is:
- At the minimum a good illustration of your design (i.e. a drawing, a photo)
Representation of a design - The application form (only available in the official Swiss languages):
In German
In French
In Italian
You can find a detailed explanation of the application form in the Guide for registering a design.
Filing the application
Send us the completed design application form together with the illustrations as soon as possible:
- By email design.admin@ekomm.ipi.ch
- By post
- By hand
If you have any questions, contact us before submitting your application form. We're happy to provide you with quick and straightforward assistance.
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