https://www.epo.org/en/service-support/website-updates/online-filing-software-new-update-available-6

Online Filing software – new update available

16 December 2024 update

The EPO is pleased to inform users of its Online Filing software that a new update for Version 5.15 (build 5.0.15) is now available for download.

Users who have activated the Live Update function will be notified automatically.

The update contains:

  • New features and minor functional changes
    • EP procedures:
      • EP1001, EP1200: Amendment of the Rules 36,39 and 160 of the Implementing Regulations to the European Patent Convention (See OJ EPO 2024, and CA/D 13/24)
        • Legal Applicant: Principal place of business becomes a mandatory field.
        • Natural Applicant: Nationality and Country of residence become mandatory fields.