File inspection Which files can be inspected? The case files of the following IP procedures can be inspected by anybody without charge: patent applications after publication (compare Sec. 31 Patent Act) utility models (Sec. 8(5) Utility Model Act) upon registration…
DPMAnutzerforum 2026 Focus on quantum technology We are opening our doors to you once again: on 17 and 18 March 2026 , we warmly welcome you to the next DPMAnutzerforum! This year, we will be focusing on the topic of ‘ quantum technology ’ – a field of innovation…
Customer Care and Services We are ready to help you Our Central Customer Care and Services is the first point of contact for any question you wish to ask the DPMA. You wish to apply for a patent, a utility model, a trade mark or a design? You have general questions…
DPMA offices and regional bank holidays You can find us in Munich Jena and in Berlin Public holidays The DPMA offices are closed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. The following applies to the observance of time limits for submitting documents and for…
Formal requirements The electronic filing of documents at the German Patent and Trade Mark Office is subject to some formal framework requirements. Pursuant to Section 4 of the Ordinance on Electronic Legal Transactions with the German Patent and Trade Mark Office (…
Digital signature Electronic signature The German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA) accepts electronic IP applications. The request has to bear a qualified electronic signature of the applicant so that the sender can be clearly authenticated. For the search of…
Virtual Mail Office Open description Description Close Virtual Post Office Encryption certificate Security plays an important role when communicating with the DPMA. The threats are manifold - regardless of whether these are hackers, viruses or Trojan horses. Aspects…
Technical descriptions On this page, you will find all documentation and the current interface description for DPMA direktPro - available for download and printing. Online manuals DPMAdirektPro Benutzerhandbuch (not accessible) [PDF, 3 MB] (2,69 MB) (user manual in…
DPMA direktPro Further topics Submissions Technical and formal requirements Technical descriptions Program Download Data Protection Questions on DPMAdirektPro DPMA direktPro allows you to file a legally effective IP application online and submit electronic documents…