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Obtaining a European patent usually takes 3–5 years, but the European Patent Office offers ways to accelerate the process, such as fast-track programs and special procedures for international applications.
Obtaining a European patent usually takes 3–5 years, but
the European Patent Office offers ways to accelerate the process,
such as fast-track programs and special procedures for
international applications.
Vítor Sérgio Moreira explains that
faster patent approval can be valuable for protecting new
technologies, stopping competitors, or supporting licensing and
business deals. However, he cautions that speeding up may also
bring risks, such as earlier refusals, narrower protection, or
accelerated post-grant costs.
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