For example, Offices with RO role only can search only the IAs that were filed in their respective Offices (e.g. The result of the search is based on the capacity of the IP Office in respect of each application. A search can be done by International Application number, the applicant’s file reference, or by combining multiple search criteria using the ‘Advanced Search’ option. Once you are logged in to ePCT, you can search all International Applications (IAs) filed since 01 January 2009. Depending on the capacity of your IP Office (RO, ISA, IPEA and/or DO) and the nature of work performed, one or several ePCT IP Office roles can be assigned to you. person responsible for PCT within your IP Office or nominated by your management as the main contact person for ePCT) should send an email to the PCT eServices Helpdesk at indicating your user name, email address and which ePCT role(s) should be granted to you.

For more details about digital certificates, please contact the PCT eServices Helpdesk at Get the correct ePCT IP Office role(s): Once your WIPO Account is created and the strong authentication is defined, your IP Office main contact person (i.e. Any supported Digital Certificate (WIPO Digital Certificate or EPO Smart card).One Time Password (OTP) by Text Message (SMS) using your mobile phone or.Google Authenticator) or on your own PC (e.g. One Time Password (OTP) using an App on your mobile device (e.g.Define your preferred strong authentication method: A WIPO Account with strong authentication is required to access confidential data and documents in ePCT.Create a WIPO Account (if you don’t already have a WIPO Account).Three main steps are necessary to get WIPO Account for IP Offices:

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