Due to the currently ongoing institutional reform of the Ukrainian intellectual property system, the Ukrainian Intellectual Property Institute (Ukrpatent) functions are in the process of being transferred to the Ukrainian National Office of Intellectual Property and Innovations (UKRNOIPI).
Paper filings are currently accepted, while the e-filing system is expected to be re-launched shortly. IP owners and their counsel are advised to check with their local representatives if any filing delays are to be expected until the transition is fully completed. Read more