Turkish Patent Registration, EP Validation & PCT — Ankara
From first filing to full protection — TÜRKPATENT registration, EP validation and PCT national phase entry managed by our Ankara-based experts.
Patent Filing in Turkey: End-to-End Process Management
In every application filed at TÜRKPATENT, the technical description and claims must be prepared to make the document sound both legally and technically. EU-PA's team of qualified European Patent Attorneys manages all processes from start to finish.
For EP validation, PCT national phase and direct TÜRKPATENT filings, full compliance with deadlines is automatically tracked via our ERP/CRM system.
Turkey Patent Registration
We handle all aspects of patent filing at TÜRKPATENT — claim drafting, prosecution, and grant monitoring.
- Patentability analysis
- Claim drafting & translation
- Official fee management
- Status monitoring to grant
European Patent (EP) Validation
Once your EP patent is granted, validating it in Turkey requires a formal Turkish translation. We do it all.
- Certified TR translation of EP description & claims
- Filing with TÜRKPATENT
- Deadline management
- Confirmation certificates
PCT International Applications
We assist with PCT national phase entry in Turkey, preparing all required documents and translations.
- National phase entry filing
- Turkish translation of PCT description
- Prosecution before TÜRKPATENT
- Correspondence management
Patent Renewals
Never miss a renewal deadline. We track and manage annuity payments for your entire Turkish patent portfolio.
- Portfolio deadline tracking
- Official fee payment
- Renewal certificates
- Lapse & restoration advice
Patent Research & Analysis
Informed decisions start with thorough research. Our engineers and attorneys conduct rigorous prior art searches.
- Prior art searches (TÜRKPATENT, EPO, WIPO)
- Freedom-to-operate opinions
- Patentability assessments
- Competitive landscape reports
Infringement Analysis
If you suspect infringement — or have been accused of it — we provide clear, actionable legal opinions.
- Claim mapping & analysis
- Infringement opinions
- Validity assessments
- Litigation support documentation
Common Mistakes in Turkish Patent Filing
Avoid these costly errors — each one can result in lost IP rights or significant delays.
Missing the 3-Month EP Validation Deadline
European patents must be validated in Turkey within 3 months of EPO publication. Missing this deadline permanently bars protection — no extensions are available.
Missing the 30-Month PCT National Phase Deadline
PCT national phase entry in Turkey must occur within 30 months from the earliest priority date. Late entries are rejected without exception.
Using Machine Translation for Patent Texts
TÜRKPATENT requires accurate Turkish translations. Machine-translated texts often contain errors in claims that can invalidate the patent or narrow its scope.
Filing Without a Licensed Turkish Patent Attorney
Foreign applicants must be represented by a licensed Turkish patent attorney (patent vekili) before TÜRKPATENT. Filing without representation leads to automatic rejection.
Skipping the Prior Art Search
Filing without a novelty search risks wasting fees on unregistrable inventions. A freedom-to-operate search can also reveal third-party patents that could block commercialization.
Incomplete or Inconsistent Claims
Poorly drafted claims that differ between languages or fail to cover key product embodiments reduce the commercial value of the patent and invite invalidity challenges.
Industry-Specific Patent Services
Every industry has unique patent requirements. Our expert team delivers tailored solutions for your sector.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about patent registration in Turkey.
How long does patent registration in Turkey take?▾
A standard patent typically takes 2–4 years from filing to grant. A utility model (faydalı model) can be registered in 6–12 months and provides 10 years of protection.
What is the deadline for European Patent (EP) validation in Turkey?▾
European patents must be validated in Turkey within 3 months of the EPO grant publication date. Missing this deadline permanently bars protection — no extensions are available.
What is the PCT national phase deadline in Turkey?▾
PCT national phase entry must be completed within 30 months from the earliest priority date. Late entries are rejected without exception.
Do foreign companies need a local patent attorney in Turkey?▾
Yes. Foreign applicants must be represented by a licensed Turkish patent attorney (patent vekili) before TÜRKPATENT. Applications without representation are automatically rejected.
What are the official patent fees in Turkey?▾
Official TÜRKPATENT fees (2025): application fee ~₺1,500–3,000; search fee ~₺3,500–5,000; examination fee ~₺4,000–6,000. Annual renewal fees apply from year 3 onwards.
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