Chapter II – Filing of applications and examination on filing
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1. Where and how applications may be filed

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1. Where and how applications may be filed 

European patent applications must be filed in writing. They may be filed by means of electronic communication (see A‑II, 1.1) or by delivery by hand or by postal services (see A‑II, 1.2).

Rule 1
Rule 2(1)

1.1 Filing of applications by means of electronic communication
1.2 Filing of applications by delivery by hand or by postal services
1.3 Filing of applications by other means
1.4 Subsequent filing of documents
1.5 Debit orders for deposit accounts held with the EPO
1.6 Forwarding of applications
1.7 Application numbering systems
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