National Law relating to EPC, VI.B Payment of renewal fees after a successful petition for review, Switzerland
VI.B Payment of renewal fees after a successful petition for review
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The information provided for in the brochure reflects the situation at national level in January 2024. In contrast, the finance related information shows the status in January 2026. Please verify the information with the national offices concerned by not least using the information on the respective websites. |
| Contracting state | Switzerland / Liechtenstein |
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No specific provisions, but proprietor may pay renewal fees retroactively within 6 months of the date of notification of the Enlarged Board's decision to re-open the appeal proceedings |
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1Period for retroactive payment of renewal fees which would have become due during the period between revocation of the patent and re-opening of the proceedings before the boards of appeal |
3 months (without surcharge) Analogous application of Art. 41 PA |
2Beginning of period / due date |
From date of notification of the Enlarged Board's decision Analogous application of Art. 41 PA |
3Payment of fees with surcharge (a) duration (b) surcharge |
(a) From end of 3rd month to end of 6th month after the due date (b) CHF 50 Analogous application of Art. 41 PA and Art. 18, 118a PO |
4Special features |
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