I have received an invoice requesting the payment of fees. How can I tell if the invoice is really from the EPO?

Beware of fake invoices from firms and individuals requesting the payment of fees for the registration or publication of a patent application. Check the payment subject and bank account number on the invoice and compare it against the EPO’s bank account on our Fee payments and refunds page and list of fees and expenses.

Visit www.epo.org/warning for further information and examples and who to contact if you have any doubts about the legitimacy of an invitation or invoice.