China — Patent Renewal Fees Guide
Indicative fee guidance, deadline notes, and attorney-led renewal management for Chinese patents (CN). For exact fees and due dates, request a confirmed quote.
Jurisdiction: China (CN)
Office: CNIPA
Note: Values below are indicative. We verify official fees before payment.
Indicative renewal fees (CNY)
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 | ¥85.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥150.00 | ¥17.00 |
| Year 2 | ¥100.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥165.00 | ¥20.00 |
| Year 3 | ¥115.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥180.00 | ¥23.00 |
| Year 4 | ¥130.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥195.00 | ¥26.00 |
| Year 5 | ¥145.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥210.00 | ¥29.00 |
| Year 6 | ¥160.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥225.00 | ¥32.00 |
| Year 7 | ¥175.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥240.00 | ¥35.00 |
| Year 8 | ¥190.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥255.00 | ¥38.00 |
| Year 9 | ¥205.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥270.00 | ¥41.00 |
| Year 10 | ¥220.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥285.00 | ¥44.00 |
| Year 11 | ¥235.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥300.00 | ¥47.00 |
| Year 12 | ¥250.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥315.00 | ¥50.00 |
| Year 13 | ¥265.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥330.00 | ¥53.00 |
| Year 14 | ¥280.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥345.00 | ¥56.00 |
| Year 15 | ¥295.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥360.00 | ¥59.00 |
| Year 16 | ¥310.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥375.00 | ¥62.00 |
| Year 17 | ¥325.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥390.00 | ¥65.00 |
| Year 18 | ¥340.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥405.00 | ¥68.00 |
| Year 19 | ¥355.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥420.00 | ¥71.00 |
| Year 20 | ¥370.00 | ¥65.00 | ¥435.00 | ¥74.00 |
* Surcharge rules depend on timing and patent status. We confirm applicable grace periods and surcharges before payment.
How we handle CN renewals
Share details
Send CN application/patent number and owner details. We verify status and due dates.
Transparent quote
You receive a quote separating official fees, local agent components (if applicable), and service fees.
Attorney review
We flag risk items (lapse history, recordals, global strategy) before proceeding.
Pay & confirm
We pay on time, upload receipts, and maintain an audit trail for your records.
Deadlines & practical notes (China)
• CN renewals typically follow an annual schedule across the patent term. We confirm the exact due date for each case.
• A grace period may be available with surcharges if a deadline is missed—timing and conditions vary by circumstance.
• Keep ownership and service address current to avoid missed notices. We can coordinate recordals before renewals.
• For portfolios, consolidate CN renewals with APAC/US/EU for unified billing, receipts, and reporting.
Frequently asked questions
When do renewal fees start for Chinese patents?
Renewals are generally payable annually through the term, but due dates depend on grant timing and status. We confirm the exact schedule with CNIPA before payment.
Is there a grace period if we miss a due date?
A grace period may be available with surcharges. Conditions depend on timing and status; we verify options immediately and advise the safest step.
Can you manage large portfolios with China 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 CN + 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.