Patent Filing in Iran
File your PCT national phase application in Iran with the Intellectual Property Center (Islamic Republic of Iran) through AnalystIP, within 30 months from the priority date. Every requirement below is taken from the WIPO PCT Applicant's Guide and kept up to date by our team.
When is your national phase deadline in Iran?
Enter the earliest priority date of your PCT application (or the international filing date if there is no priority).
Patent filing in Iran: key facts
Reinstatement of rights (Rule 49.6) under the 'due care' criterion.
Reduced amounts for natural persons (filing fee 500,000 IRR; see also Annex IR.I).
Request examination within six months of national phase entry.
20 years from the international filing date
Due two months before the first anniversary of national phase entry, and every year after that.
Utility model protection is not available.
Official fees for patent filing in Iran
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Standard official fees (general)
From the WIPO PCT Applicant's Guide, updated 27 March 2026. Amounts in IRR. Your exact fees depend on your application: use the calculator above.
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Filing fee | IRR 2,500,000 | Reduced: 500,000 (natural person) |
Fee reductions: Reduced amounts for natural persons (filing fee 500,000 IRR; see also Annex IR.I).
National phase entry requirements
Time limit
30 months from the priority date (Articles 22(1) and 39(1)(a)); same for Chapter I and II
Translation
In electronic form. Under Article 22: description, claims (if amended, as filed and as amended, with any Article 19 statement), text matter of drawings, abstract. Under Article 39(1): description, claims, text matter of drawings, abstract (as filed and as amended by the IPER annexes).
Late entry and reinstatement
Reinstatement of rights (Rule 49.6) under the 'due care' criterion; request within two months after removal of the cause or 12 months after expiry of the time limit, whichever is earlier, completing the omitted act and paying the reinstatement fee. Restoration of priority accepted under 'due care' (request within one month of national phase entry).
Agent and power of attorney
Resident agent required if the applicant does not reside in Iran, appointed by legalized power of attorney signed by the applicant.
Special requirements of the office
- Name and address of the inventor, if not in the request (may be satisfied by a Rule 4.17 declaration)
- Declaration of the applicant's entitlement to apply for and be granted a patent (may be satisfied by a Rule 4.17 declaration)
- Document evidencing a change of applicant name after the international filing date not reflected in Form PCT/IB/306
- Appointment of an agent for a non-resident applicant, with authorization or power of attorney
Other information
- Special requirements: Office invites compliance within 60 days
- Annex IR.I: Fee for amendment 2,500,000 IRR (reduced 500,000); Grant fee 5,000,000 IRR (reduced 1,000,000); Annual fees 5,000,000 IRR per year (reduced 1,000,000); surcharge for late annual fees 200%
- Colour drawings not accepted
- Payment in IRR by bank transfer to the Central Bank of Iran
- Examination within one year of national phase entry
Source: WIPO PCT Applicant's Guide, national chapter, updated 27 March 2026.
What you need to file in Iran
A legalized power of attorney is required.
Filing requirements in detail
| Article 19 amendments | Possible |
|---|---|
| Annuities at entry | Yes/If falls from International Filing date |
| Power of attorney | Legalized POA |
Patent filing in Iran: questions
What is the deadline for PCT national phase entry in Iran?
30 months from the earliest priority date.
Can I enter the national phase in Iran after the deadline?
Reinstatement of rights (Rule 49.6) under the 'due care' criterion; request within two months after removal of the cause or 12 months after expiry of the time limit, whichever is earlier, completing the omitted act and paying the reinstatement fee. Restoration of priority accepted under 'due care' (request within one month of national phase entry).
In which language must the application be filed in Iran?
Farsi. In electronic form. Under Article 22: description, claims (if amended, as filed and as amended, with any Article 19 statement), text matter of drawings, abstract. Under Article 39(1): description, claims, text matter of drawings, abstract (as filed and as amended by the IPER annexes).
Do I need a local patent attorney in Iran?
Resident agent required if the applicant does not reside in Iran, appointed by legalized power of attorney signed by the applicant.
Is a power of attorney needed, and must it be legalized?
A legalized power of attorney is required.
Are there official fee reductions in Iran?
Reduced amounts for natural persons (filing fee 500,000 IRR; see also Annex IR.I).
How does examination work in Iran?
Request examination within six months of national phase entry.
Is utility model protection available in Iran?
Utility model protection is not available.
How much does patent filing in Iran cost?
The cost is the official fees of the patent office plus professional fees. The standard official fees from WIPO are listed on this page; the calculator works out the exact official fees for your application (pages, claims, applicant type) after a quick email check, and our team sends a full quote on request.
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