The European Patent Office (EPO) fee adjustment, with a general increase across most service categories taking effect on 1 April 2026.
To optimize your patent budget, we recommend reviewing upcoming deadlines now. Many official fees, most notably renewal fees, can be settled at the current lower rates if paid by 31 March 2026.
Taking proactive steps now can result in meaningful cost savings across larger portfolios. Please see the summary of the key fee changes here or below.
