Ukrainian State Institute Of Intellectual Property

What Ukrainian State Institute Of Intellectual Property does

The Ukrainian State Institute of Intellectual Property (Ukrpatent) and its successor entity, the Ukrainian National Office for Intellectual Property and Innovations (UANIPIO / УКРНОІВІ), constitute Ukraine's National Intellectual Property Authority, operating under the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine following institutional reform completed in November 2022. The organization holds a statutory monopoly on the formal examination and state registration of intellectual property rights within Ukraine, processing applications and granting legally valid patents for inventions and utility models, trademarks and service marks, industrial designs, geographical indications, and state-registered copyrights and related rights.

The office's technology infrastructure is anchored by the Special Information System (SIS), a searchable database containing over 1.3 million IP registration documents as of February 2026, with a public API for programmatic access. Electronic filing is conducted through the СПЕЗ-1 system (inventions, utility models, trademarks), СПЕЗ-2 (industrial designs), and the СЕВ ЗЕС examination collaboration system, plus Madrid eFiling for international trademark applications via WIPO. Supporting products include the IP Academy for education, the TISC regional innovation support network hosted in Ukrainian polytechnics, the IP Mediation Center for alternative dispute resolution, and the Appeals Chamber for administrative review.

Revenue is generated through regulated administrative fees and state duties for each filing, examination, and registration action, with rates set by Cabinet of Ministers resolutions and collected in UAH, EUR, USD, and CHF. Customer segments are structurally diversified across individual inventors and creators, SMEs and large enterprises, universities and research institutions, and government bodies, with no commercial go-to-market motion. Strategic positioning is shaped by EU accession alignment through active MOUs with EUIPO, EPO, and WIPO, and by the wartime operating environment in Ukraine.

Name

Ukrainian State Institute Of Intellectual Property

Legal name

Державне підприємство "Український інститут інтелектуальної власності" (State Enterprise "Ukrainian Institute of Intellectual Property")

Website

https://ukrpatent.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

The Ukrainian State Institute of Intellectual Property (UANIPIO / Ukrpatent) is Ukraine's government-designated National IP Authority, holding a statutory monopoly on examination and state registration of patents, trademarks, industrial designs, geographical indications, and copyrights for individual inventors, businesses, universities, and government bodies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

National Intellectual Property Office Services

NAICS

Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors (92615), Public Administration (92)

SIC

International Affairs (9721)

akta.pro primary industry

State/Provincial Licensing, Permitting & Regulatory Administration (Cross-sector) (BPAIABAO)

Keywords

• Intellectual property registration
• Patent examination services
• Trademark registration
• Copyright registration services
• Industrial design protection

Headquarters

HQ city

Kyiv

HQ country

Ukraine

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Industrial Property Registration Fees: Fees charged for actions related to the protection of intellectual property rights on industrial property objects (inventions, utility models, industrial designs, trademarks, geographical indications). Managed through UANIPIO's dedicated bank accounts at JSC CB PrivatBank and JSC The State Export-Import Bank of Ukraine, in multiple currencies (UAH, EUR, USD, CHF).
2. Copyright Registration Fees: Fees for state registration of copyright and related rights contracts. Rates include UAH 255 for individual copyright preparation, UAH 8.50 for individual certificate issuance, UAH 510 for legal entity copyright preparation, UAH 25.50 for legal entity certificate issuance, and UAH 510-1,020 for contract registrations.
3. State Fees for Industrial Property: State duties for issuance of patents and certificates for industrial property objects, payable to the State Treasury of Ukraine.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

UANIPIO (formerly Ukrpatent) is the official National Intellectual Property Authority of Ukraine, providing state registration and legal protection of intellectual property rights including patents (inventions and utility models), trademarks, industrial designs, geographical indications, and copyright. The office conducts formal examination, grants patents and certificates, maintains official state IP registers, and offers digital services through its Special Information System (SIS) and electronic filing platforms (СПЕЗ-1, СПЕЗ-2, Madrid eFiling). It also operates supporting services such as the TISC regional network, IP Academy, IP Mediation Center, and IPR Monitoring Center.

Product overview

The Ukrainian State Institute of Intellectual Property (UIIV/Укрпатент) operates as the national IP office providing a comprehensive suite of intellectual property services. The organization offers a digital platform consisting of the Special Information System (SIS) for IP searches and the Electronic Filing Systems (СПЕЗ-1 and СПЕЗ-2) for patent and industrial design applications, alongside Madrid eFiling for international trademark registration. Core registration services cover trademarks, patents for inventions and utility models, industrial designs, copyright, and geographical indications. Supporting services include the IP Academy for education, TISC network for innovation support, the Mediation Center for dispute resolution, and appeals processing through the Appeals Chamber. The system serves inventors, businesses, creators, and researchers seeking IP protection and commercialization support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Trademark Registration National registration service for trademarks and service marks, including examination, registration, and certification. Used by brand owners, businesses, and trademark holders seeking legal protection in Ukraine.
• Patent Registration (Inventions and Utility Models) Examination and grant of patents for inventions and utility models under national procedure. Used by inventors, research institutions, and companies seeking exclusive rights to technical innovations in Ukraine.
• Industrial Design Registration Registration of industrial designs with rules harmonized to EU standards. Used by designers, manufacturers, and brand owners seeking protection for the visual appearance of products.
• Copyright Registration State registration of copyright and related rights for works of science, literature, and art, including registration of author-rights contracts. Used by authors, creators, publishers, and rights holders.
• Geographical Indication Registration Registration of geographical indications for agricultural products and foodstuffs, with rules adapted to EU regulations. Used by producer associations and regional authorities seeking protection for origin-labeled products.
• Special Information System (SIS) Public electronic search system for industrial property objects including patents, trademarks, industrial designs, and utility models. Provides simple, advanced, and transaction search capabilities, plus API access for retrieving original documents.
• Madrid eFiling (International Trademark Filing) Electronic filing service for international trademark applications through WIPO's Madrid System, enabling trademark protection across multiple jurisdictions. Used by trademark holders seeking international IP protection.
• IP Rights Valuation Services Professional assessment of intellectual property rights value for commercialization, transactions, and investment purposes. Used by businesses, investors, and IP holders requiring IP valuation.
• Technology Transfer Support Advisory and consulting services for technology transfer and IP commercialization. Used by research institutions, universities, startups, and businesses seeking to commercialize intellectual property assets.
• IP Mediation Center Alternative dispute resolution service for intellectual property conflicts, implementing international mediation standards. Used by parties to IP disputes seeking resolution outside of court proceedings.
• IP Academy Educational platform offering training programs, webinars, and professional development courses in intellectual property. Used by inventors, creators, businesses, and IP professionals seeking IP knowledge.
• Technology and Innovation Support Centers (TISC) Regional network of support centers providing IP consultation, patent information services, and innovation support. Used by regional researchers, inventors, startups, and businesses for local IP assistance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1.3 million documents in public IP registers (SIS)
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 July 2023Memorandum signed with Ministry of Economy in July 2023. WIPO continues to support Ukraine's IP ecosystem restoration, innovation, and creative sectors. Ongoing cooperation includes WIPO Academy educational programs, TISC network development, PATENTSCOPE access, and participation in WIPO committees. WIPO ALERT initiative participation for online piracy monitoring.
• EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 July 2023Memorandum of Understanding signed in July 2023 and Work Plan for 2024-2025 signed in October 2023. Cooperation covers trademark and design registration practices harmonization, staff training, IP rights management tools, and integration of Ukrainian trademark and design data into EUIPO databases (TMview and DesignView). Part of EU4IP project (EU-funded) supporting Ukraine's EU accession in the IP sphere. Joint mock sessions on IP law alignment with EU acquis conducted in September 2024.
• EPO (European Patent Office)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 March 2023Declaration of Intent signed in March 2023 for cooperation in patent-related matters. EPO supports Ukraine's IP system restoration and development. Exchange of experience on patent examination practices and post-grant opposition procedures.
• Ministry of Economy of UkrainecoreOthers · 28 October 2022UANIPIO operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine. The Cabinet of Ministers designated UANIPIO as the National IP Authority (НОІВ) on October 28, 2022 (Resolution No. 943-r). The Ministry oversees IP policy and EU integration activities.
• Ukrainian Institute of BooksminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizer of the ANTI-PIRACY: BOOKS national information campaign against book publishing piracy.
• Ukrainian Publishers AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizer of the ANTI-PIRACY: BOOKS national information campaign against book publishing piracy.
• State Customs Service of UkrainecoreOthersMemorandum of interaction and cooperation signed for strengthening enforcement of IP rights at the border. Joint activities to combat counterfeiting and contraband.
• Bureau of Economic Security of Ukraine (BES)coreOthersMemorandum of interaction and cooperation signed for economic security aspects of IP rights protection. Joint training sessions conducted with BES representatives.
• National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine (NSDC)coreOthersMemorandum on Interaction and Cooperation signed for coordinated national security approach to IP protection.
• Kyiv Regional State Administration (Kyiv Oblast Military Administration)minorOthersMemorandum of cooperation signed December 2024 for regional innovation development, SME support, and IP awareness in the Kyiv region. Part of 'Dialogue of Government and Business' platform.
• Taras Shevchenko National University of KyivminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMemorandum signed for commercialization of scientific research and IP cooperation. TISC center established at the university.
• National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine (NUBiP)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMemorandum signed for innovation development in the agricultural sector. TISC center established at the university.
• ICC Ukraine (International Chamber of Commerce)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMemorandum of Cooperation signed for developing the innovation ecosystem in Ukraine and promoting IP culture among businesses.
• OLX.uaminorOthersCooperation agreement for combating counterfeiting and piracy on the OLX.ua marketplace platform. Joint monitoring of IP rights infringements.
• Trade and Economic Institute / Customs ServiceminorOthersMemorandum of cooperation with Kyiv Regional State Administration for IP rights enforcement in the region.
• CEBS Regional Group (Central Europe and Baltic States)minorOthersUkraine acts as coordinator of the CEBS regional group in WIPO committees since May 2024, representing Central European and Baltic states in international IP discussions.
• Intellectual Property Court of UkrainecoreOthersCooperation for IP rights enforcement through judicial proceedings. The IP Court was reinstated in June 2024.
• Ukrainian Startup FundminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation for supporting innovation potential of Ukrainian startups through IP protection and commercialization support.
• Society of Inventors and RationalizersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation to promote inventorship in Ukraine and support individual innovators.
• INTA (International Trademark Association)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCooperation for enhancing qualifications of Ukrainian IP specialists, promoting Ukrainian IP sphere globally, and organizing joint educational events.
• Lithuanian Patent Attorneys AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLetter of support and cooperation during wartime. Exchange of professional experience on patent attorney profession regulation.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO): EU agency responsible for registering trademarks and designs across the EU. Direct counterpart and formal partner of UANIPIO via the EU4IP project and 2024-2025 Work Plan for trademark/design harmonization.
• World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO): UN agency coordinating international IP systems (Madrid, Hague, PCT). UANIPIO acts as a receiving office under WIPO systems and partners with WIPO Academy, TISC, and PATENTSCOPE.
• European Patent Office (EPO): Regional patent granting authority for Europe. Direct counterpart of UANIPIO via March 2023 Declaration of Intent, supporting patent examination best practice and post-grant opposition procedures in Ukraine.
• United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO): U.S. national IP office with analogous statutory monopoly on patent and trademark registration. Closest functional analog to UANIPIO as a national registration authority.
• Deutsches Patent- und Markenamt (DPMA, German Patent and Trademark Office): Germany's national IP office and a major European IP registry. Provides DEPATISnet integration and serves as a benchmark for examination practices relevant to UANIPIO's EU alignment.

Direct peers

• Institut National de la Propriété Industrielle (INPI, France): France's national IP office offering patents, trademarks, designs, and geographical indications. Direct functional peer for industrial property registration services and fees.
• Polski Urząd Patentowy (Polish Patent Office): Poland's national IP office and bilateral cooperation partner of UANIPIO. Closest regional peer sharing Central European EU accession experience relevant to UANIPIO's accession trajectory.
• Rospatent (Federal Service for Intellectual Property, Russia): Russian national IP office historically part of the same post-Soviet IP system. Provides a direct peer benchmark for scale, scope, and integration with international IP frameworks from a similar institutional legacy.
• State Agency on Intellectual Property of Moldova (AGEPI): Moldova's national IP office and EU4IP regional project partner. Closest peer in scale and EU integration trajectory, with bilateral cooperation agreement signed in July 2024.
• Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO, United Kingdom): UK's national IP office responsible for patents, trademarks, and designs. Direct functional peer in terms of digital filing systems, examination services, and statutory monopoly structure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@IP_OFFICE
• Facebookfacebook.com/UANIPIO
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ukrpatent

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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