Online filing

Use the Online filing software to file EP, Euro-PCT and PCT applications; submissions in opposition, appeal, limitation and revocation proceedings before the EPO; and subsequently filed documents for all EP proceedings. You can also use it to file applications and documents with participating national offices.

To obtain your Online filing package please complete the enrolment form and return it to the EPO. The package includes:

• the Online filing software,
• a smart card reader, and
• a smart card with pin code.

Getting started

• Enrol for a smart card
• Register or renew your smart card
• EPO smart cards
• Features and benefits of Online filing
• What you need to use the Online filing service
• Online filing user guides, manuals and other documentation
• Online filing tutorial - This short e-learning module shows you what Online filing has to offer and gives you some simple exercises to try.