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Technical and formal requirements

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How to submit documents for your IP application online

For questions on software and IT equipment (only technical support):

E-mail: DPMAdirekt@dpma.de

In order to make optimum use of the DPMAdirektPro program, certain technical and formal requirements apply.

On the following pages, you will find out what you need in terms of information technology and which formal requirements play a role. You will also learn what you should look out for when using a signature card and what security advantages you have when communicating with the DPMA via the federal Virtual Mail Office.

The most important topics at a glance

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Last updated: 5 March 2026