Utility models
A utility model is an exclusive right like the patent to commercially use an invention.
The utility model allows you to quickly register protection for your invention. However, the novelty of the invention is only examined on special request. You should therefore examine the state of the art to make sure that your invention is new. Read more about how to check the novelty of an invention.
What kind of inventions can be protected with a utility model?
Read more in the Utility model guidebook (available only in Finnish) (pdf, 3.77 Mb)
Go to the Utility Model GazetteOther possibilities to protect your rights
Patent. Read more in the Patents section.
A trademark is a symbol that distinguishes the goods and services of a company. Read more about trademarks.
Design right protects the appearance of a product or a part of a product. Read more about design protection.
Current affairs
Fast-track processing of patent applications continues
The fast-track processing of patent applications will give you a good idea of how to proceed with your application. We recommend the fast-track procedure to applicants such as businesses that quickly want to apply for a patent abroad.
- USPTO Patent Update Seminar 11 October 2016 27.09.2016
- Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment: Antti Riivari appointed as Director General of Finnish Patent and Registration Office 25.08.2016
- 10 minutes to improve the quality of your business. Your support is important! 19.07.2016
- EUIPO: New survey on EU SMEs and intellectual property 28.06.2016
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