Spain
Supported patent filings

European Validation
Deadline: 3 months (from the date of publication of mention of grant)
London Agreement? No
Official Language: Spanish
Translations Required: Yes
Forms: No
PCT National Phase Entry
Deadline: 30 months
Power of Attorney: Yes
Assignments: No
Language: Spanish
Translation Extension: Yes*
Excess Claims Fee: No
Examination Request: Optional at filing or deferred
Country Notes:

*The Spanish translation can be submitted within two months from the filing date.
Direct Filing
Deadline: 12 months
Power of Attorney: Yes
Assignments: No
Language: Spanish
Translation Extension: Yes*
Excess Claims Fee: No
Examination Request: Optional at filing or deferred
Country Notes:

*The Spanish translation can be submitted within two months from the filing date.

• Translation of the Priority Document is only necessary if the Spanish Patent and Trademark Office considers that the validity of the priority claim is relevant to the determination of whether the invention concerned is patentable.

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LEHMANN & FERNANDEZ, S.L.

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With over 120 years’ experience, LEHMANN & FERNÁNDEZ, S.L. is one of the largest and most prominent Spanish IP law firms.

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Herrero & Asociados

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ClarkeModet

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ClarkeModet is the largest specialist IPR group across 10 countries, covering Latin America, Spain and Portugal. With more than 450 experts, attorneys and engineers working from 32 offices and supported by a carefully chosen global network of IP agents, it works seamlessly to design the best strategy for your IP portfolio.

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UNGRIA Patentes y Marcas S.A.

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