FAQ - Notification and publication of sequence listings in the Rule 71(3) EPC communication

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How does the EPO provide notification of the standardised sequence listing in TXT or XML format that is part of the application documents intended for grant (communication under Rule 71(3) EPC)?

If you have activated Mailbox, a sequence listing forming part of the description in TXT format or...

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In which format are ST.26 and ST.25 sequence listings available in the European Patent Register?

In the European Patent Register, sequence listings in ST.26 XML format are displayed with the...

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How is a sequence listing that forms part of the description published?

Since 2 November 2022, sequences listings that form part of the description are published in the...

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The communication under Rule 71(3) EPC contains a sequence listing with the extension .app. Is this legally valid and how can I view the sequence listing?

The .app file extension is valid for sequence listing files recognised in Annex F to the...