The Patent Office of Azerbaijan closed until 29 April 2020

24.3.2020

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemia, the Patent Office of Azerbaijan will be closed until 29 April 2020.

This means that currently no official notifications, certificates or decisions will be issued. Further, it will be possible to file documents and obtain any information only starting from 30 April 2020.

All due dates during closure will be postponed to 30 April 2020.

We will closely follow the situation and communicate any changes in the circumstances.

Please do not hesitate to contact us in any questions.

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