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Notes on the completion of the application form
Decision Making Process
Official Publications
Cumulative Protection Prohibited
Surrender of Rights / Withdrawal of Applications
Variety denominations
General guidance document: Notes for applicants
Fees
Appeal
Original Documents
Request for Certified Copies of Examination Reports, Applications and Granting documents

Frequently asked questions

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…)?
How are the annual fee levels set?
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 is the meaning of new?
Can these documents be issued in any language?
What are the main steps in applying for Community Plant Variety Protection?
What is a DUS technical examination?
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?

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