The short answer
To assign or transfer a registered design in Bangladesh, apply in writing to the Director General of the DPDT with the fee (Section 19). Until the change is recorded, an assignment creates no right against third parties (Section 19(3)).
Sec 19
Governing section
Writing
Application form
Record
Required for rights
Fee
Prescribed
How to record a change of ownership
1
Apply in writing
- Use the prescribed format and pay the fee
- Covers sale, inheritance, contract or part transfer
2
Review and record
- The Director General reviews the application
- The change is entered in the register and the new owner is recognised
No record, no rights. An assignment that is not recorded does not give the new owner enforceable rights. Further rules may be set by regulation.
Design assignment questions
Is a signed deed enough?
No. The assignment must be recorded with the DPDT.
Does inheritance count?
Yes, transfers by inheritance also need to be notified and recorded.
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