Changed PCT fees from 1 December 2026 due to currency adjustments
From 1 December 2026 a new equivalent amount in PCT- search fees are established.
News
Current news from PRV.
Earthquake in Japan – information on time limits in patent matters
In view of the earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, on July 28, 2026, PRV wishes to draw your attention to the general legal remedies available regarding a failure to observe time limits under the Patents Act.
New notification categories for SPC
New, and more specific, notification categories are introduced for Supplementary Protection Certificates (SPC).
Important information about our contact channels
Due to the nationwide phase-out of the copper network, our fax service will be discontinued from 1 November 2026. This change also supports our ongoing work to provide secure, modern and accessible communication channels.
Dispatch fee applies to all deliveries from PRV
A dispatch fee is charged whenever PRV sends documents or other materials to customers. The fee applies regardless of whether the delivery is made electronically or by post.
New Grant Procedure at PRV
The Swedish Intellectual Property Office (PRV) has accelerated the grant procedure for patents.
Warning – fraudulent emails claiming to be from PRV
We would like to draw your attention to the circulation of fraudulent emails purporting to come from PRV, sent in the name of Director General Anna Jardfelt.
Changed PCT fees from 1 April 2026 due to currency adjustments.
From 1 April 2026 a new equivalent amount in PCT- search fee is established.
Easier to Search PRV’s Databases – New Interface and Faster Publication
On 26 January, PRV will launch several new systems to enable more efficient processing and publication of patent, trademark and design matters. One major improvement is the introduction of a single search entry point to PRV’s databases, making it easier for users to find relevant information. This upgrade is part of a larger transition to modern systems based on the latest technology.
EPO’s smartcard will be discontinued at the turn of the year
From 1 January 2026, the EPO smartcard will no longer work in PRV’s e-services. This means that you will no longer be able to use the smartcard to file applications in Web Filing for patents or to log in to My pages – Patent. Please note that the EPO card in Web filing of patent documents will stop working on 16 December 2025.
Edited
2024-01-23