Where can I find a list of Contracting Parties to the Hague Agreement?
If you’re looking for an up-to-date list of Contracting Parties to the Hague Agreement, the MPEP 2904 provides guidance on where to find this information:
“A list of the Contracting Parties to the Hague Agreement is maintained on the website of the World Intellectual Property Organization ( www.wipo.int/hague/en/members/ ).”
To access the current list of Contracting Parties:
- Visit the WIPO website
- Navigate to the Hague Agreement members page
- Review the list of Contracting Parties, which includes both States and intergovernmental organizations
This list is important for determining eligibility to file international design applications and for choosing which territories to designate for protection.
To learn more:
Topics:
MPEP 2900 - International Design Applications,
MPEP 2904 - Who May File An International Design Application,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure