How is the priority date determined?

If claiming priority under the Paris Convention, the time limit for filing an application is 12 months from the first filing date of the first application or 6 months from the date the object has been displayed at an exhibition.

If claiming priority under the PCT, the above-mentioned time limit will be 31 months from the priority date.

If claiming priority under a bilateral agreement or on the basis of reciprocity, the time limit for filing an application will be determined in accordance with such agreement or arrangement.