New Regulations on Annual Patent Fees in Cambodia

The Industrial Property Office under the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation of Cambodia issued an informal announcement that from October 15, 2024, new fees will be charged for overdue payment of patent annual fees and restoration of patent rights.

If a patent applicant fails to pay the annual fee within the statutory period, but fails to pay the fee within the 6-month grace period, the relevant patent application or patent will be deemed withdrawn or the rights will be invalid. The patent applicant/right holder may request restoration of rights. The restoration fee is US$25, and a late payment fee of US$0.125 per day must be paid.