Protecting your unique and innovative designs from unauthorized use is crucial. In Latvia, you can safeguard industrial designs by registering them with the Latvian Patent Office. At VALCORP, we possess extensive experience in facilitating the registration process for industrial designs in Latvia, providing comprehensive guidance throughout.

What is a registered design in Latvia?

A registered design constitutes a form of intellectual property safeguarding the aesthetic appearance of an object. It encompasses aspects such as the shape, configuration, ornamentation, pattern, or color of the object. To qualify for registration, the design must be both new and possess individual character.

What can be protected by registration?

Registration of industrial designs safeguards the visual features of a product, including its shape, configuration, pattern, ornamentation, or color. This protective measure extends across various product categories, spanning from consumer goods to industrial equipment.

Scope of protection

The registered design only protects the product’s appearance, not its technical aspects, which can be covered by patents.

Owners of a registered design have exclusive commercial rights and can prohibit others from using identical or similar designs without permission. Registration remains valid for up to 25 years, contingent upon renewal fee payments.

VALCORP provides a range of services related to the registration and protection of industrial designs in Latvia. Our services include:

• Conducting searches to ensure the uniqueness of your design
• Preparing and filing the application for registration with the Latvian Patent Office
• Managing correspondence with the Patent Office throughout the registration process
• Advising on design infringement and enforcement of design rights
• Drafting and recording of assignment and licensing agreements

Documents required for registration of industrial design 

The following documents are required for the registration of an industrial design in Latvia:

• Application form for the registration of an industrial design
• Description of the design
• Drawings or photographs of the design
• Power of attorney, if the application is filed through a representative

At VALCORP, we can assist you with the preparation and submission of all the necessary documents for the registration of your industrial design in Latvia.