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  • Notes on the completion of the application form
  • Decision Making Process
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  • Cumulative Protection Prohibited
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  • Variety denominations
  • General guidance document: Notes for applicants
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Frequently asked questions

  • How are the annual fee levels set?
  • Which are the fees concerning the lodgment of an appeal?
  • Can the deadline for payment be extended?
  • How can we get copies of debit notes or a statement of our account (or a list of outstanding invoices)?
  • How do I change financial details (financial address, email address, financial client, PO number, grouping of debit notes…)?
  • Is it possible to indicate our VAT number on CPVO debit and credit notes?
  • Is it possible to pay several annual fees for one variety at once?
  • What are the effects of a Community Plant Variety Right?
  • What is a “take-over” of a DUS report?
  • Who is responsible for enforcing plant breeders’ rights?
  • What is the closing date?
  • What is the duration of a CPVR?
  • What are the plant material requirements for a particular species? Quantity and quality of seeds/plants, date of plant material submission
  • Who can file an application for CPVR?
  • What is a variety denomination?
  • Where can I file an application for CPVR?
  • What is a trade mark?
  • In which language can I file an application for Community plant variety rights and other supporting documents?
  • When do I need to propose a variety denomination?
  • What are the different forms of acknowledgement of receipt of an application?
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