(i) by transaction (eg sale, merger)

(ii) by operation of law (eg succession, insolvency, compulsory execution)

1 Which supporting documents must be filed?

sale: Contract of sale

merger: Agreement or decision of the competent body of a legal entity.

Death of an owner: Certificate of hereditary succession

Company in liquidation: Court decision or decision of the competent body of a legal entity. (see also column 7)

Art. 12 Law No. 1733/87

Licence agreement

Art. 12 Law No. 1733/87

2 Must a national professional representative be appointed?

No, unless the applicant is not in a position to file necessary documents.

No

3 Must a form be used?

No

No

4 Special fee payable?

EUR 136*

* Note: all fees are revised annually on 1 January.

EUR 136*

* Note: all fees are revised annually on 1 January.

5 Entries and data recorded in the register

Mention of the legal nature of the transfer or licence

Substantive rights only accrue by virtue of registration in the patent register

6 Is a transfer registered by the EPO under Rule 61 EPC recognised?

Yes

A certified copy of the EPO certificate (EPO Form 2544) is required.

7 Special features

All foreign documents mentioned should contain an "apostille" according to the Hague Convention of 5 October 1961 and should be translated into Greek.