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Dipl. Eng. Cristina Radu
Intellectual Property Agent
INVENTA – Our team is renowned for its ability to identify and resolve the whole area of legal issues which may appear in connection to trademarks, patents, utility models, industrial designs.

Patent validation is an important process in ensuring that a patent is recognized and legally enforceable in a particular country. In Romania, patent validation is governed by the national patent law and the procedures set forth by the Romanian Patent and Trademark Office (ROPTO).

In order to obtain a valid patent in Romania, an applicant must first file an application with the ROPTO. The application must include a detailed description of the invention, claims defining the scope of protection sought, and any necessary drawings or diagrams. The application must also be accompanied by the appropriate fees.

Once the application is filed, it is subjected to a formal examination to ensure that it meets the minimum requirements for patentability. This examination includes a review of the application to ensure that it contains all the necessary information and that the claims are clear and concise.

If the application is found to meet the formal requirements, it is then subjected to a substantive examination to determine whether the invention is novel, non-obvious, and useful. This examination includes a review of prior art and any other relevant information that may affect the patentability of the invention.

If the application passes both the formal and substantive examination, the ROPTO will grant a patent to the applicant. Once granted, the patent must be validated by paying the necessary fees and complying with any other requirements set forth by the ROPTO.

In Romania, a patent is valid for a period of 20 years from the date of filing the application. During this time, the patent owner has the exclusive right to exploit the invention and prevent others from using, selling, or importing the invention without permission.

In conclusion, patent validation is an important process in Romania that ensures that a patent is legally enforceable and provides the patent owner with the exclusive right to exploit their invention. The process involves a formal and substantive examination of the patent application, and once granted, the patent must be validated by paying the necessary fees and complying with any other requirements set forth by the ROPTO.

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