How can I protect my idea?

You can protect your creation, logo or invention with trademarks, designs and patents.

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NIPO is the official government body responsible for granting industrial property rights (IPR) in Norway.

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What's happening?

NIPO's first 100 years
NIPO's first 100 years
In connection with NIPO's centenary celebrations, we've made a film cavalcade showing Norwegian ideas and inventiveness.
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Online filing
Online filing
From 2nd January 2012 we offer full online filing of international patent applications.
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Online filing

From 2nd January 2012 we offer full online filing of international patent applications.

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Send your application online via Altinn.

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Link to Nordic Patent Institute website