Filing Requirements:
• Power of Attorney (simply signed) (can be filed later).

• Graphic or photographic reproductions of the design (required on the day of filing).

• The title in French of the product or products which constitute the industrial design or in relation to which the industrial design is to be used.

• An indication in French whether the product or products constitute the industrial design or are products in relation to which the industrial design is to be used.

• Certified copy of priority document with verified French translation, if priority claimed (can be late filed within three months from filing).

• Assignment (can be filed later).

Substantive Examination:
Available, but limited.

Duration and Renewal:
Design registration is valid for an initial term of five years from the filing date, which is renewable upon payment of the required fees for two further terms of five years each. A grace period of six months is provided for late payment of renewal fees.