A new European Patent System

For some time, a new European patent system is being developed that should offer a simple alternative to the current validation process while simplifying the judicial process regarding patents within Europe. The two elements, the European patent with unitary effect and the patent court, are often referred to as Unitary Patent (UP) and Unified Patent Court (UPC) respectively. This page contains information on what exactly the UP and the UPC will entail, and on the effect of the new system on everyday practice.


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The Unified Patent Court (UPC)

The Unitairy Patent (UP)

Information on opting out of the UPC

Participating countries

Frequently asked questions

Contact & disclaimer

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  • Overview
  • Unitairy Patent (UP)
  • The Unified Patent Court (UPC)
  • Opting out
  • Participating countries
  • Contact & disclaimer