Europe (EPO) — Patent Renewal Fees (2025 Guide)
Understand annuities during the European patent (EP) pending stage and how renewals shift to national offices after grant. This page outlines typical EP renewal timing, cost components, and KA Global IP’s managed workflow.
- Attorney-led review and docketing safeguards
- 100+ jurisdictions covered through KA Global IP network
- Smart reminders, grace-period tracking, audit trail
Indicative EP Renewal Fees (Pending)
EP annuities are typically due from Year 3 until grant. After grant, renewals are payable in each validated state. Values below are placeholders in EUR—confirm current EPO fees before remittance.
| EP Year | Official Fee (EUR) | KA Service Fee | Total | Late Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 3 | €500.00 | €65.00 | €565.00 | €125.00 |
| Year 4 | €580.00 | €65.00 | €645.00 | €145.00 |
| Year 5 | €660.00 | €65.00 | €725.00 | €165.00 |
| Year 6 | €740.00 | €65.00 | €805.00 | €185.00 |
| Year 7 | €820.00 | €65.00 | €885.00 | €205.00 |
| Year 8 | €900.00 | €65.00 | €965.00 | €225.00 |
* We confirm applicability with the EPO and case status (e.g., pending vs. post-grant).
How KA Global IP handles EP renewals
Share details
Provide EP application number and owner details. We run a docketing check and verify due dates (year 3 onward).
Transparent quote
Receive a consolidated quote with official EPO renewal, our service fee, taxes (if any), and bank/wire options.
Attorney review
We review risk flags (priority, lapse history, grant proximity) to prevent over/under-payment as status evolves.
Payment & filing
Upon approval, we pay the EP annuity on time, upload receipts, and update the audit trail. Post-grant, we switch to national offices.
Deadlines & practical notes (EP)
• EP annuities are typically due from Year 3 during pendency; amounts rise annually.
• After grant, renewals are paid at each validated national office—amounts, timing, and grace rules vary by country.
• If grant is imminent, we reassess whether to pay another EP annuity or allocate budget to national phase renewals.
• Keep applicant/owner details current across EPO and validated states. We handle recordals alongside renewals.
• Portfolio tip: align the validation set with revenue and enforcement priorities; avoid over-validation.
What we need from you
- • EP application number (and any divisionals)
- • Legal owner / customer number (if any)
- • Desired instructions (maintain / postpone / evaluate grant proximity)
- • Invoicing and payment preferences
Need help?
Share your EP application number and we’ll confirm the current annuity year, due date, and amount.
Email usStrategic advisory across EP and national phases
We help you plan EP renewals during pendency and optimize post-grant national coverage. Expect clear, commercial advice—not just a payment receipt.
- Validation mix & coverage heatmaps
- Compliance guardrails and lapse risk alerts
- Audit-ready documentation and receipts
- Grace periods & surcharge handling
Frequently asked questions
When do EP renewal fees start?
Typically from Year 3 during the pending stage.
What happens after grant?
Renewals shift to each validated national office. Amounts and rules vary—see our country pages for details.
Can you help choose which countries to validate?
Yes. We model cost vs. value and recommend a validation set aligned with your markets and enforcement plans.
Can you convert EP annuity plans into national calendars?
Absolutely. We generate a consolidated post-grant schedule and invoice by currency with full receipts.
Need a confirmed EP quote today?
Send the EP application 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 the European Patent Office (EPO) and relevant national offices before filing. Proceed only on the basis of our final written quote.