Starting in March 2020, Rospatent implemented Covid-19 pandemic
containment measures in line with the high-alert regime adopted by
the authorities. In particular, new rules were established for
handling communication with applicants during the obligatory
self-isolation period, such as a ban on accepting paper-based
applications and other measures restricting direct
communication.
On 28 April 2020, the Head of Rospatent, Grigory Ivliev, held an
online press briefing to discuss the work of Rospatent in the new
reality.
Mr Ivliev informed the press that despite the non-working period
declared by the Russian President starting from 30 March 2020,
Rospatent continues to operate and provide services online.
Currently, the majority of examiners are working remotely. This
includes conducting searches and performing fully-fledged
examinations without slowing down the usual pace of work.
