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How to file documents with the Intellectual Property Office

We have a number of options for you to submit your documents.

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Intellectual Property Office
Published
12 May 2014
Last updated
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How to file documents with the Intellectual Property Office

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This guide will explain:

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  2. Filehow patentsto byfile otherdocuments electronicat methods.
  3. Filethe by email.
  4. File by post.
  5. File in person.
  6. Office access and opening times.
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2026-04-01 00:01
The contents of this page have now been updated.

2024-09-13 13:08
2.1. European Patent Office’s (EPO) online services updated.

2024-07-31 13:26
Section 2.1 European Patent Office’s (EPO) online services updated.

2022-07-01 13:00
Section 2.2 of HTML amended to reflect ePCT changes.