What is a patent?
A patent is an IP right for a technical invention. It allows you to prevent others from using your invention for commercial purposes for up to 20 years. You decide who is allowed to produce, sell or import your invention in those countries in which you own a valid patent. You can also trade your patent, e.g. sell it or licence the use of your invention.
Before applying for a patent
Your patent application and examination
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14.10.2020 | Media release, Patents, Law and policy
An attractive Swiss patent system for SMEs – the consultation procedure on the Patents Act revision has been opened
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Swiss Innovation Forum 2020 to be held as an online festival
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24.02.2020 | Law and policy, Event, Training
«CAS IP Law»: Course begins in autumn
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