Filing rules by country

Europe

Patent filing & translation requirements

Below we’ve listed the patent filing and translation requirements. Whilst we endeavour to ensure these regulations remain up-to-date, they are subject to change. We advise you check with the local patent office or relevant counsel regarding any questions about country specific regulations.

Direct Route: filing & translation requirements

Language

English, French or German

Filing Deadline

12 months

Filing Extension

No

Translation Extension

2 months
N/A
No
N/A

Power of Attorney

General POA Accepted

N/A
No
N/A

Assignments

Excess Claims Fee Due at Filing

Yes

Amended Claims Submitted at Filing

Yes

Fee for Amending Claims at Filing

No
Due 6 months from publication date
N/A

Request for Examination Deadline

Can Examination be requested at filing?

Yes
Yes
N/A

Patent Prosecution Highway

16 months from earliest priority date, DAS code or Certified copy, no translation required
N/A

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