Industrial Design Myanmar

1. The term of registration for a registered Industrial Design is five (5) years from the filing date of the application for registration of such Industrial Design. The registration may be renewed up to two terms and each term will last five (5) years. 2. If the Owner of an Industrial Design

Protectable Industrial Design  1. An Industrial Design shall be protected if it is novel and has an individual character. 2. An Industrial Design shall be considered novel if it has been not made available to the public, locally or internationally, by means of being described in words, used, published and

1. A person who wishes to apply for registration of an Industrial Design to obtain rights in said Industrial Design may submit an application to the Registrar as per the specified requirements. 2. An applicant for registration of an Industrial Design (a) may submit a single application for one or

Myanmar has finally enacted its long-awaited Industrial Design Law on January 30, 2019. A summary of the provisions of the new Industrial Designs is provided below: The Industrial Design Law imposes a universal novelty threshold which must be met for industrial designs to be registrable. Registered industrial designs will be

If a person who has applied for registration of an Industrial Design in any country that is a party to the Paris Convention or is a member of the World Trade Organization or its successor in title submits an application for registration of the same Industrial Design as those registered

On 30 January 2019, Industrial Design Law No. 2/2019 – Myanmar’s Design Law were passed into legislation, providing a framework for the protection of rights over the external visual design of objects. The law lays out a comprehensive framework for the protection of rights over the external visual design of

In the modern global economy, industrial designs play a vital role in shaping market outcomes, improving product appeal, and protecting competitive advantage. They legally protect the visual identity of products, bolster market differentiation, and can significantly enhance commercial value. In this article, HAVIP Co., Ltd. will provide you with a

As markets grow more interconnected and design becomes a central feature of product differentiation, industrial design protection is no longer optional, it is a legal and commercial necessity. In this article, we will help you explore the scope and limitations of industrial design protection across borders, delves into international treaties

In today’s fiercely competitive landscape, the outward appearance of a product often plays a pivotal role in capturing market share. Industrial design – the tangible aesthetic features of a product – can distinguish it in an increasingly saturated marketplace. For HAVIP Co., Ltd. perspectives, understanding and seizing the benefits of

Myanmar’s evolving intellectual property landscape includes the concept of the priority right—a critical legal instrument enabling design innovators to secure global protection based on their first-filed applications. This article, tailored by HAVIP Co., Ltd., offers an overview of priority rights in Myanmar’s industrial design registration. What Is a Priority Right?

The right of priority is indispensable for innovators seeking global protection of industrial designs. Myanmar’s legal framework honors claims based on first foreign filings or exhibitions within a six-month window, backed by comprehensive rules and robust enforcement mechanisms. By strategically managing priority claims—ensuring timely filings, notarized documentation, and alignment with

In 2025 Market, businesses seeking to leverage industrial design licensing as part of their commercialization strategy must understand the legal procedures and documentation involved in registering such licensing agreements. Licensing allows the right holder (licensor) to grant permission to another party (licensee) to commercially use their registered design while maintaining