Practical sheet | REF: FIC1754 V1

The utility certificate, a "lightweight patent

Author: Laurence LOUMES

Publication date: December 10, 2021 | Lire en français

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3. Apply for a utility certificate

Filing a utility certificate application with INPI is similar to filing a patent application. In this respect, please refer to the How to apply for a patent? Preparation, execution, follow-up [FIC 0629] .

Initially, the certificate application is filed with the Institut National de la Propriété Industrielle, together with payment of the filing fee, and an application number is obtained. The application can be physically filed directly at the INPI headquarters in Courbevoie, but it is more usual to file online at

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