Canada — Patent Renewal Fees Guide
Indicative fee guidance, deadline notes, and attorney-led renewal management for Canadian patents. For exact fees and due dates, request a confirmed quote.
Jurisdiction: Canada (CA)
Office: Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)
Note: Figures below are indicative. We verify official fees before payment.
Indicative renewal fees (CAD)
Placeholder figures only. We verify official amounts, due dates, surcharges and rules before filing.
| Year | Official fee | KA service fee | Total | Late surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Year 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Year 3 | $149.00 | $65.00 | $214.00 | $30.00 |
| Year 4 | $167.00 | $65.00 | $232.00 | $33.00 |
| Year 5 | $185.00 | $65.00 | $250.00 | $37.00 |
| Year 6 | $203.00 | $65.00 | $268.00 | $41.00 |
| Year 7 | $221.00 | $65.00 | $286.00 | $44.00 |
| Year 8 | $239.00 | $65.00 | $304.00 | $48.00 |
| Year 9 | $257.00 | $65.00 | $322.00 | $51.00 |
| Year 10 | $275.00 | $65.00 | $340.00 | $55.00 |
| Year 11 | $293.00 | $65.00 | $358.00 | $59.00 |
| Year 12 | $311.00 | $65.00 | $376.00 | $62.00 |
| Year 13 | $329.00 | $65.00 | $394.00 | $66.00 |
| Year 14 | $347.00 | $65.00 | $412.00 | $69.00 |
| Year 15 | $365.00 | $65.00 | $430.00 | $73.00 |
| Year 16 | $383.00 | $65.00 | $448.00 | $77.00 |
| Year 17 | $401.00 | $65.00 | $466.00 | $80.00 |
| Year 18 | $419.00 | $65.00 | $484.00 | $84.00 |
| Year 19 | $437.00 | $65.00 | $502.00 | $87.00 |
| Year 20 | $455.00 | $65.00 | $520.00 | $91.00 |
* Surcharge rules depend on timing and patent status. We confirm applicable grace periods and surcharges before payment.
Deadlines & practical notes (Canada)
• Canadian maintenance fees are due on a statutory schedule; timing depends on the filing route and current status.
• A grace period may exist with surcharges. Conditions vary—verify before action.
• Keep ownership and service address current to avoid missed notices. We can handle recordals ahead of renewals.
• For portfolios, consolidate CA renewals with US/EU/APAC for simpler instructions and unified reporting.
Frequently asked questions
When do renewal fees start for Canadian patents?
Maintenance fees follow a statutory schedule and depend on route and status. We confirm your exact due date and amount with CIPO before payment and issue a final quote.
Is there a grace period if we miss a due date?
A grace period may be available with surcharges, but conditions depend on timing and the case status. We verify options immediately and recommend the safest next step.
Can you manage large portfolios with Canada included?
Yes. We consolidate instructions, billing, and receipts across 100+ jurisdictions with attorney oversight and an audit trail.
Do you assist with recordals before renewal?
Yes. We can coordinate ownership or service address updates to reduce missed notices and renewal risk.
Want us to manage your CA + global renewals?
Consolidate instructions, deadlines, receipts, and reporting across jurisdictions with attorney-led oversight.
Accuracy note: Official fee schedules can change. Always rely on KA Global IP’s final written quote confirming deadlines, fees, and applicable surcharges before payment.