European Patent Office – Important News

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February 23, 2026
European Patent Office – Important News
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Increase of official fees at the European Patent Office from 1 April 2026

Following the Decision of the Administrative Council of 14 December 2025 published in the Official Journal of January 2026, the EPO has announced an increase of some official fees as of 1 April 2026.

Accordingly it may be advisable to consider the payment of outstanding official fees (such as maintenance fees which may be paid up to 3 months in advance) or even the filing of new applications prior to that date in order to reduce costs.

The new official fees are available at  OJ EPO 2026, A2 – Decision of the Administrative Council of 11 December 2025 (CA/D 9/25)

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