Italian invention patents have a maximum protection period of 20 years from the filing date. Annual renewal fees must be paid to maintain the patent in force. Important: Renewal fees start from the 3rd year. The due date is the anniversary of the filing date each year.
Example: For a patent filed on May 10, 2020, the renewal fee for the 3rd year must be paid by May 10, 2023.
| Patent Year | Renewal Fee (€) | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Year 3 | 79 | On or before the 2nd anniversary of the filing date |
| Year 4 | 99 | On or before the 3rd anniversary |
| Year 5 | 129 | On or before the 4th anniversary |
| Year 6 | 169 | On or before the 5th anniversary |
| Year 7 | 219 | On or before the 6th anniversary |
| Year 8 | 279 | On or before the 7th anniversary |
| Year 9 | 349 | On or before the 8th anniversary |
| Year 10 | 429 | On or before the 9th anniversary |
| Year 11 | 519 | On or before the 10th anniversary |
| Year 12 | 619 | On or before the 11th anniversary |
| Year 13 | 729 | On or before the 12th anniversary |
| Year 14 | 849 | On or before the 13th anniversary |
| Year 15 | 979 | On or before the 14th anniversary |
| Year 16 | 1,119 | On or before the 15th anniversary |
| Year 17 | 1,269 | On or before the 16th anniversary |
| Year 18 | 1,429 | On or before the 17th anniversary |
| Year 19 | 1,599 | On or before the 18th anniversary |
| Year 20 | 1,779 | On or before the 19th anniversary |
Total renewal fees for 20 years (Years 3-20): €12,426
1. The fees listed are the official annual maintenance fees for Italian patents as per the Italian Patent and Trademark Office (UIBM).
2. The first renewal fee (for the 3rd year) is due on the 2nd anniversary of the filing date. Each subsequent fee is due on the next filing anniversary.
3. A 6-month grace period exists for late payment with a significant surcharge (100% of the original fee). Failure to pay within the grace period results in the patent lapsing.
4. Unlike the Indian system, there is no fee difference based on applicant type (individual/company) for Italian patent renewals.
Italian utility models have a non-extendable maximum protection period of 10 years from the filing date. The annual renewal fee system is identical to that for patents, with the same deadline rules and grace period.
| Protection Year | Renewal Fee (€) | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Year 3 | 79 | On or before the 2nd filing anniversary |
| Year 4 | 99 | On or before the 3rd filing anniversary |
| Year 5 | 129 | On or before the 4th filing anniversary |
| Year 6 | 169 | On or before the 5th filing anniversary |
| Year 7 | 219 | On or before the 6th filing anniversary |
| Year 8 | 279 | On or before the 7th filing anniversary |
| Year 9 | 349 | On or before the 8th filing anniversary |
| Year 10 | 429 | On or before the 9th filing anniversary |
Total renewal fees for 10 years (Years 3-10): €1,761
1. The annual fee amounts for utility models are the same as for patents for the corresponding years (years 3-10).
2. The payment deadline and 6-month grace period rules are identical to those for patents.
3. The maximum term is 10 years; no further renewals are possible after year 10.
Registered designs in Italy have an initial term of 5 years from the filing date and can be renewed in 5-year blocks up to a maximum of 25 years. Renewal fees are paid as a single lump sum for each 5-year period.
| Protection Period | Renewal Fee (€) | Payment Window |
|---|---|---|
| First 5 years | Included in initial registration | No renewal needed |
| Years 6 - 10 | 130 | Within 6 months before the 5th anniversary |
| Years 11 - 15 | 260 | Within 6 months before the 10th anniversary |
| Years 16 - 20 | 520 | Within 6 months before the 15th anniversary |
| Years 21 - 25 | 1,040 | Within 6 months before the 20th anniversary |
Total renewal fees for 25 years: €1,950 (for four renewal periods after the initial 5 years)
1. The renewal fee is a single payment covering the entire upcoming 5-year period.
2. Payment can be made during the 6 months leading up to the expiry of the current period.
3. A post-expiry grace period of 6 months is available for renewal upon payment of a substantial surcharge (50% of the renewal fee).
4. If not renewed by the end of the grace period, the design right will lapse permanently.
1. Mark the Filing Anniversary: For patents and utility models, the critical due date is the exact anniversary of the filing date each year.
2. Avoid the Costly Grace Period: The 6-month grace period for patents/utility models comes with a 100% surcharge, effectively doubling the cost. Timely payment is crucial.
3. Design Renewal Cadence: For designs, mark the 5th, 10th, 15th, and 20th anniversaries, and initiate renewal during the 6-month window before each date.
4. Verify with UIBM: Fees are subject to change. Always confirm the latest official fee schedule on the website of the Italian Patent and Trademark Office (UIBM) before payment.
Disclaimer: The fees and information are based on the official fee schedule of the Italian Patent and Trademark Office (UIBM). Fees are subject to change. Always verify the latest official rates and rules on the UIBM website before making payments. This information is for reference and does not constitute legal advice.
