Finland — Patent Renewal Fees (2025 Guide)
Keep your Finnish 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 Finland.
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Indicative Renewal Fees
All values are placeholders in EUR. Confirm current official fees, surcharges, and taxes before remittance.
| Year | Official Fee (EUR) | KA Service Fee | Total | Late Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 3 | €156.00 | €65.00 | €221.00 | €31.00 |
| Year 4 | €178.00 | €65.00 | €243.00 | €36.00 |
| Year 5 | €200.00 | €65.00 | €265.00 | €40.00 |
| Year 6 | €222.00 | €65.00 | €287.00 | €44.00 |
| Year 7 | €244.00 | €65.00 | €309.00 | €49.00 |
| Year 8 | €266.00 | €65.00 | €331.00 | €53.00 |
| Year 9 | €288.00 | €65.00 | €353.00 | €58.00 |
| Year 10 | €310.00 | €65.00 | €375.00 | €62.00 |
| Year 11 | €332.00 | €65.00 | €397.00 | €66.00 |
| Year 12 | €354.00 | €65.00 | €419.00 | €71.00 |
| Year 13 | €376.00 | €65.00 | €441.00 | €75.00 |
| Year 14 | €398.00 | €65.00 | €463.00 | €80.00 |
| Year 15 | €420.00 | €65.00 | €485.00 | €84.00 |
| Year 16 | €442.00 | €65.00 | €507.00 | €88.00 |
| Year 17 | €464.00 | €65.00 | €529.00 | €93.00 |
| Year 18 | €486.00 | €65.00 | €551.00 | €97.00 |
| Year 19 | €508.00 | €65.00 | €573.00 | €102.00 |
| Year 20 | €530.00 | €65.00 | €595.00 | €106.00 |
* Our team will confirm applicable grace periods and surcharges with PRH before payment.
How KA Global IP handles FI renewals
Share details
Provide FI or EP 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, 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 (FI)
• Direct filings into Finland have patent renewals typically due annually from the 3rd year onward; we confirm exact dates per case.
• A grace period may be available with surcharges if a deadline is missed—timing and conditions vary by circumstance.
• For EP validations in Finland, annuities are payable nationally after validation; confirm specifics in advance.
• Keep ownership and service address current to avoid missed notices. We can assist with recordals ahead of renewal.
• Portfolio tip: consider bundling FI renewals with other Nordics/EU states for consolidated billing and cost control.
What we need from you
- • FI or EP 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 FI 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 Finnish patents?
Typically from the 3rd year for direct filings in Finland, then annually. We confirm your exact schedule with PRH.
Is there a grace period if we miss a due date?
Yes—usually with surcharges and conditions depending on timing and case details. We’ll advise on options immediately.
Do you manage EP validations in Finland?
Yes. Once EP is granted and validated in Finland, subsequent renewals are payable nationally.
Do you assist with recordals before renewal?
Absolutely. We update ownership or service address to reduce the risk of missed notices and compliance issues.
Need a confirmed FI quote today?
Send the FI or EP 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 the Finnish Patent and Registration Office before filing. Proceed only on the basis of our final written quote.