China — Patent Renewal Fees (2025 Guide)
Keep your Chinese patents in good standing with transparent fees, reminders, and global coverage. This page outlines typical renewal schedules, cost components, and our managed service options for China.
- Attorney-led review and docketing safeguards
- 100+ jurisdictions covered through KA Global IP network
- Smart reminders, grace-period tracking, audit trail
Indicative Renewal Fees
All values are placeholders in CNY. Confirm current official fees, surcharges, and taxes before remittance.
| Year | Official Fee (CNY) | 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 |
* Our team will confirm applicable grace periods and surcharges with CNIPA before payment.
How KA Global IP handles CN renewals
Share details
Provide CN application/grant number and owner details. We run a docketing check and verify due dates.
Transparent quote
You receive a consolidated quote with official fees, local agent fee, our service fee, taxes (if any), and bank/wire options.
Attorney review
A patent attorney reviews risk flags (priority, lapse history, portfolio strategy) before proceeding.
Payment & filing
Upon approval, we pay the renewal on time, upload receipts, and update the audit trail in your portal.
Deadlines & practical notes (CN)
• Chinese patent renewals follow an annual schedule through the term, but is only due after the patent is issued or granted. 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 handle recordals ahead of renewals.
• For portfolios, consider bundling CN renewals with APAC/US/EU for consolidated billing and cost control.
What we need from you
- • CN application or patent number
- • Legal owner / customer number (if any)
- • Desired instructions (maintain / lapse / evaluate)
- • Invoicing and payment preferences
Strategic advisory, not just payments
Renewals affect portfolio value. We map CN renewals to your global strategy—pruning low-value assets, extending core coverage, and aligning with licensing and enforcement plans. Expect clear, commercial advice—not just a payment receipt.
- Cost–value triage and coverage heatmaps
- Compliance guardrails and lapse risk alerts
- Audit-ready documentation and receipts
- Grace-period and surcharge handling
Frequently asked questions
When do renewal fees start for Chinese patents?
Renewals are due annually through the patent term, but is only due after the patent is issued or granted. We confirm your exact schedule with CNIPA.
Is there a grace period if we miss a due date?
Yes—typically with surcharges and conditions depending on timing and case details. We’ll advise immediately on options.
Can you manage large portfolios with China included?
Yes. We consolidate instructions, billing, and receipts across 100+ jurisdictions with attorney oversight and ISO-certified processes.
Do you assist with recordals before renewal?
Absolutely. We update ownership or address of service to reduce the risk of missed notices and compliance issues.
Need a confirmed CN quote today?
Send the CN application/grant number and desired action. We’ll verify deadlines, confirm official fees, and reply with a final quote.
Disclaimer: This page is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Renewal schedules, fees and rules change. KA Global IP will verify all details with CNIPA before filing. Proceed only on the basis of our final written quote.