Detailed information related to the European Patent.

In the Czech Republic, the validation and publication of European patents depend on the timely submission of a Czech translation, as well as compliance with local formalities, including payment of fees and appointment of legal representation.

• Translation into Czech

Czech PTO requires Czech translation of complete European Patent specification. Translation should be filed within three months after publication in the European Patent Bulletin.

• Validation fees

The fees associated with validation of European patent in the Czech Republic are available in the fee calculator.

• Power of attorney

Legalization or notarization is not required; the Power of Attorney should be signed and dated. The original of PoA should be provided within 1-2 months from the filing of the Czech patent application. However, a scan copy is sufficient, if the original is not required by a Czech Industrial Property Office.

• Representation by a patent attorney

For foreign applicants, it is necessary to perform European patent validation in the Czech Republic through an agent registered as Czech patent attorney.

The above information was verified on 14.07.2025
Please contact us if the above information is not in conformity with Czech IP Laws