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E-filing of IP applications

In addition to the “classical” paper-based application, which can be filed by mail or by fax,
the DPMA also offers the option to file applications electronically.

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  • Patent information centres

    All-round service providers in the field of industrial property protection

    The DPMA closely cooperates with patent information centres all over Germany. They offer all those interested in IP comprehensive information on industrial property protection, including initial consultations for inventors, training courses and search support.

    To the Patent information centres

  • SME information pages

    How to protect your innovations

    Intellectual property rights are essential to effectively protect innovations and brands from theft and counterfeiting. You can find out what you can do as a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) to protect your business inventions and what role patents, trade marks, designs, copyrights and trade secrets play in this on our SME information pages.

    To the SME information pages

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