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Updates on Official Fees: Algeria, Argentina and Monaco

We would like to share some recent updates to the official fees in Algeria, Argentina and Monaco concerning the services offered by iPify.

Algeria

IP Maintenance

We have recently been informed of changes introduced by the Algerian Patent Office affecting patent maintenance for the year 2026, as outlined below.

The changes only relate to patent annuities for corporate applicants* and are as follows:

Annuity Year Currency Old amount New amount
2nd year after filing DZD 5950 5950
3rd year after filing DZD 5950 5950
4th year after filing DZD 5950 5950
5th year after filing DZD 5950 5950
6th year after filing DZD 9520 11900
7th year after filing DZD 9520 11900
8th year after filing DZD 9520 11900
9th year after filing DZD 9520 11900
10th year after filing DZD 9520 11900
11th year after filing DZD 14280 23800
12th year after filing DZD 14280 23800
13th year after filing DZD 14280 23800
14th year after filing DZD 14280 23800
15th year after filing DZD 14280 23800
16th year after filing DZD 23800 59500
17th year after filing DZD 23800 59500
18th year after filing DZD 23800 59500
19th year after filing DZD 23800 59500
20th year after filing DZD 23800 59500

*Please note that the above official fees include 19% VAT

Argentina

IP Maintenance

The Argentinian National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) has introduced significant changes, effective as of 2026-04-01.

The changes related to patent annuities are as follows:

Annuity Year Currency Old amount New amount
3rd year after filing ARS 24000 47880
4th year after filing ARS 40000 79920
5th year after filing ARS 40000 79920
6th year after filing ARS 40000 79920
7th year after filing ARS 96000 191880
8th year after filing ARS 96000 191880
9th year after filing ARS 96000 191880
10th year after filing ARS 96000 191880
11th year after filing ARS 144000 288000
12th year after filing ARS 144000 288000
13th year after filing ARS 144000 288000
14th year after filing ARS 144000 288000
15th year after filing ARS 144000 288000
16th year after filing ARS 216000 432000
17th year after filing ARS 216000 432000
18th year after filing ARS 216000 432000
19th year after filing ARS 216000 432000
20th year after filing ARS 216000 432000

The changes related to design renewals are as follows:

Annuity Year Currency Old amount New amount
6th to 10th year after filing ARS 25200 50400
11th to 15th year after filing ARS 25200 50400

Please note that this represents a significant increase in maintenance fees. It may therefore be preferable to proceed with payments before the effective date of the new fees in order to benefit from the current, lower rates.

Monaco

IP Maintenance

Monaco Industrial Property Office (MCIPO) has introduced the following changes, effective as of 2026-04-01.

The changes related to patent annuities are as follows:

Annuity Year Currency Old amount New amount
1st year after filing EUR 1 1
2nd year after filing EUR 30 30
3rd year after filing EUR 55 55
4th year after filing EUR 60 65
5th year after filing EUR 100 105
6th year after filing EUR 135 140
7th year after filing EUR 150 160
8th year after filing EUR 160 170
9th year after filing EUR 175 185
10th year after filing EUR 195 205
11th year after filing EUR 240 250
12th year after filing EUR 285 300
13th year after filing EUR 320 335
14th year after filing EUR 365 385
15th year after filing EUR 390 410
16th year after filing EUR 405 425
17th year after filing EUR 415 435
18th year after filing EUR 420 440
19th year after filing EUR 440 460
20th year after filing EUR 470 495

If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

iPify Legal Team

Disclaimer: The information contained in this post has been provided to us by our local agents and is shared here in good faith for informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, this information may not reflect the latest legal or procedural changes. It should not be considered as a definitive legal source or relied upon without further verification. For official and binding guidance, please consult the relevant national Patent Office or local agents.