INPI Pass PI (intellectual property pass)
The Pass PI can help fund services by intellectual property experts: patent monitoring and documentary searches, patentability, freedom to operate and state of the art, among other categories provided for by the INPI. The scheme is part of IP strategy support provided by the INPI’s national network of business advisers.
The Pass PI is a financial support scheme from the INPI (French national institute of industrial property) to help businesses take their first intellectual property steps with an expert. It covers 50% of the cost of certain services, subject to the scheme’s conditions.
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Who can apply
Businesses eligible for INPI support whose intellectual property need matches the services accepted under the Pass PI.
Eligibility conditions
The service must fall within an eligible category and be carried out under the INPI pathway. It is advisable to contact the INPI before signing with the provider to confirm prior approval and the required documents.
What the scheme covers
Intellectual property expertise: patent searches and monitoring, patentability, freedom to operate, state of the art and other services provided for in the programme.
Amount and funding terms
Covers 50% of the cost of the eligible service, subject to the conditions and caps in force. The remaining cost, the categories funded and the applicable limits must be confirmed with the INPI before signing the service contract.
How to apply
Contact the INPI network to define your IP need and validate the eligibility of the service before committing. Have the share covered, any cap and the procedure for selecting or validating the expert confirmed.
Timeline
The scheme is subject to the conditions and availability in force. Check the arrangements with the INPI before launching the service.
Key facts
- Funder
- INPI
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Maximum amount
- €10,000
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- Funding rate
- 50%
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- Geographic scope
- All of France
Frequently asked questions
What is the amount or level of support?
Covers 50% of the cost of the eligible service, subject to the conditions and caps in force. The remaining cost, the categories funded and the applicable limits must be confirmed with the INPI before signing the service contract.
Who can benefit?
Businesses eligible for INPI support whose intellectual property need matches the services accepted under the Pass PI.
How can I check eligibility?
The service must fall within an eligible category and be carried out under the INPI pathway. It is advisable to contact the INPI before signing with the provider to confirm prior approval and the required documents.
What is the procedure?
Contact the INPI network to define your IP need and validate the eligibility of the service before committing. Have the share covered, any cap and the procedure for selecting or validating the expert confirmed.
Official source
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