Patent Attorney Registration

Benefits of registration

Registration in Australia and New Zealand provides you with right to practise and title.

Benefits of registration

You'll need to meet a series of academic, knowledge, experience and character requirements to be eligible for registration.

Eligibility requirements

Parts of your application must be reviewed by the Board, so it's important to consider the timing of your application.

Timeframes and fees

1. Check you're eligible

You need a relevant academic qualification, must meet intellectual property knowledge requirements, must complete employment experience, and must be of good character and not have committed certain offences.
2. Submit your documents for approval

Submit your academic qualifications and knowledge requirements documents for approval.
3. Complete your application

Once your academic qualifications and knowledge requirements are approved and you have met the employment requirements, you can submit your application and pay the registration fee.

How to apply