FAQ - Registration (Rule 28 IPREE)

Candidates who must register:

• Candidates intending to enrol for the European qualifying...

Yes. All candidates have to register (see “Who needs to register?”).
Patent examiners at the EPO...

Shortly after starting their training, candidates must register.

Candidates’ academic...

A request for registration will not be deemed to have been filed until all relevant supporting...

Candidates need to submit the following documents:

• certified copy of valid ID or passport
• certif...

Candidates can register via the European Qualification and Certification Portal (EQC portal).

Yes, absolutely. Registration does not replace enrolment for the EQE. Candidates have to enrol...

Candidates will automatically be sent a confirmation of receipt.

Only complete registration requests...

On average, requests will take 4 weeks to process. During the enrolment phase for the EQE...