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How to get a European patent - "Euro-PCT"

Guide for Applicants - Part 2 - Table of Contents
B. The EPO as a PCT receiving Office A. General overview C. The EPO as an International Searching Authority (ISA) - PCT Chapter I
Filing direct or by post How and where to file if the EPO is receiving Office Fax filing


Filing direct or by post


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The date of filing accorded to an application filed with the EPO direct or by post is the date of handing over or receipt respectively at an EPO filing office.

WIPO PCT Guide Vol. I/B2

OJ 2002, 374

OJ 2005, 41, 44



Please note that Rule 82 PCT excusing a delay in the post is not applicable to the priority period. It is therefore recommended that an application be filed as early as possible.

R. 82.1 PCT



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