Guidance

Apply or extend a supplementary protection certificate

Procedures for applying or extending supplementary protection certificate in the United Kingdom.

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The following guidance is no longer current or being updated. Up to date information on Supplementary Protection Certificates can be found in the Manual of Patent Practice.

Documents

Apply or extend a supplementary protection certificate

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Details

Use this guide to find out about:

  • supplementary protection certificates overview
  • making an application or an extension
  • the examination process
  • conditions for entry into force
  • lapse and invalidity
  • publication of proceedings

Updates to this page

Published 16 May 2014

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