National Law relating to EPC, VI.B Payment of renewal fees after a successful petition for review, France
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 | France |
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Legal basis: no specific provision. |
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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 |
Based on INPI's power under Art. R. 618-4 PL to grant 2 to 4 months to complete formalities |
2Beginning of period / due date |
From date of entry of Enlarged Board's decision in European Patent Register |
3Payment of fees with surcharge (a) duration (b) surcharge |
No |
4Special features |
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