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The applicant received a notification concerning a European patent application EP-A under Article 71(3) EPC. The language of the proceedings was French. The applicant did not pay the applicable fees and did not provide a translation of the claims within the prescribed period. What are the consequences? Are there any remedies?

Which statement is correct?

  • a. The application will be deemed withdrawn. It can be processed further.
  • b. The application will be considered withdrawn. It cannot be processed further. A request for restoration of rights may be made.
  • c. The application will be rejected. It can be processed further.
  • c. The application will be rejected. No further processing can be done. A request for reinstatement of rights may be made.
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