Patents Laws in Georgia
Patent laws in Georgia (the country, not the U.S. state) are governed primarily by national legislation and international treaties to which Georgia is a party. Here's an overview of how patent protection works in Georgia:
🇬🇪 Patent Laws in Georgia (Country)
1. Governing Legislation
Law of Georgia on Patents – This is the primary legislation governing patents. It defines the procedures, rights, and responsibilities related to patent registration and enforcement.
Georgian Intellectual Property Office (Sakpatenti) – This is the national authority responsible for patents and other IP rights.
2. Patentable Subject Matter
Under Georgian law, patents can be granted for:
Inventions that are novel, involve an inventive step, and are industrially applicable.
This includes products, processes, and new uses of known products.
Non-patentable items include:
Scientific theories, mathematical methods
Business methods
Computer programs "as such"
Medical treatment methods for humans or animals
3. Patent Application Process
Filing: Applications are submitted to Sakpatenti.
Examination: Includes formal examination and substantive examination (on request).
Publication: Applications are published 18 months after filing.
Granting: If approved, the patent is granted and published in the official bulletin.
4. Patent Duration
Standard duration: 20 years from the filing date.
Pharmaceutical patents may be eligible for supplementary protection certificates (SPCs) to extend protection.
5. International Treaties
Georgia is a member of several key international IP treaties:
Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) – Enables international patent applications.
Paris Convention – For priority rights.
TRIPS Agreement – Under WTO framework.
Eurasian Patent Convention (EAPO) – Georgia was a member but withdrew in 2012, so Eurasian patents are no longer valid in Georgia.
6. Patent Enforcement
Patent owners can enforce rights through civil courts.
Remedies include injunctions, damages, and seizure of infringing goods.
Customs enforcement is available for IP protection at the border.
7. Official Body
Sakpatenti (National Intellectual Property Center of Georgia)
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