On 5 May 2025, Kazakhstan recognised the Eurasian Patent Organization (EAPO) as an International Searching Authority (ISA) under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). This recognition allows applicants from Kazakhstan to choose the EAPO as their ISA for conducting international patent searches within the PCT framework.
As an ISA, the EAPO enables cost-effective and efficient international searches for those conducting patent procedures in Russian. The EAPO has been functioning as both an ISA and an International Preliminary Examining Authority (IPEA) under the PCT since 1 July 2022. The patent offices of eight EAPO member states have recognised the EAPO as a competent ISA and IPEA.
FICPI’s view and involvement
FICPI uniquely combines education and advocacy on topics around patents and trade marks, with a focus on developing the professional excellence of its individual members. FICPI Forums, Congress, committees and meetings are opportunities to gather insights from the international IP attorney community on any issue, whether it be practice-related or topics of patent and trade mark law.
Next steps
- Connect with FICPI member IP attorneys in the region – search the FICPI member directory
- Consider getting involved with the work of FICPI’s Study & Work Committee or its working groups on areas such as international patents.
This article was first published on the CWB website