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TMview Trade marks of all participating official trade mark offices at national, international and EU levelTMclass The one-stop classification portal providing access to the Harmonised Database used in the EU and databases of goods and services worldwideSearches Search in our databases for your IP needs Online services Our online forms to apply for your IP rights and for any other requestApply for trade marks All information related to trade mark availability and how to searchApply for designs All the information you need to know to succeed with your applicationApply for a craft and industrial GI Craft and industrial products, agricultural products, wines and spirit drinksUser Area The secure platform from which you can interact with us electronicallyMediation Centre Resolve IP disputes amicably and effectively through mediation and other alternative dispute resolution (ADR) toolsLaw and case-law Find the laws relating to EUTMs, REUDs, and GIs for craft and industrial products, as well as key international agreementsGuidelines The EUIPO Guidelines for examination of trade marks, designs and geographical indications for craft and industrial products # Protect your ideas.
Secure your future. Protect your trade marks, designs, patents and plant varieties Get EU funds arrow_forward The SME Fund is a grant scheme designed to help EU-based small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) protect their intellectual property (IP) rights. The SME Fund is a European Commission initiative implemented by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) and will run from 2 February 2026 to 4 December 2026.
Before applying arrow_forward How to apply arrow_forward A specific voucher is available to provide financial support to craft and industrial geographical indication (CIGI) applicants based in the European Union (EU). Apply for CIGI voucher arrow_forward Voucher 1 (IP Scans) and Voucher 2 (Trade marks and Designs) are unavailable for new applications as funds have been exhausted due to the high number of requests received.
Visit the SME Fund web page regularly. You can still apply for Voucher 3 (Patents) and Voucher 4 (Community Plant Varieties). ### Why you should protect your intellectual property Protecting your intellectual property is a must in the digital age.
It’s a legal route to avoid having your unique ideas, products, or services copied or used without your permission. The SME Fund can help you protect many different assets, including trade marks, designs, patents and plant varieties. The SME Fund offers financial support to small and medium-sized enterprises(SMEs)established in the European Union and Ukraine.
The application can be submitted by a business owner, employee or an authorised external representative acting on their behalf. Grants are awarded in the form of vouchers that the beneficiary can use to claim a reimbursement. Reimbursement is always transferred directly to the SME’s bank account.
A specific voucher is available to provide financial support to craft and industrial geographical indication (CIGI) applicants based in the European Union (EU). Eligible applicants are * EU-based producer groups with at least one SME member * single producers that are EU SMEs, or * local or regional authorities or private entities designated by a Member State (according to Article 8(4) of Regulation (EU) 2023/2411).
### The grants and services available The SME Fund offers different vouchers that can be used to claim reimbursement for various IP-related activities. These include applications for trade marks, designs, patents, and plant varieties, and IP Scan services. You could save as much as 75% on IP right applications and 90% on an IP Scan, depending on your country or region.
A specific voucher is available to claim reimbursement for up to 50% of eligible costs related to craft and industrial geographical indication (CIGI) applications up to a maximum of €2 000 per beneficiary. The Learning Corner provides quality content to support you in your business journey. You can find detailed information on the Ideas Powered for business SME Fund in the relevant call for proposals.
The 2025 SME Fund has now closed. However, you can still request reimbursement for your active vouchers. The 2024 SME Fund has now closed.
However, you can still request reimbursement for your active vouchers. Experts across Europe are available to answer your IP-related questions. Protect yourself from misleading invoices Misleading payment requests are targeting IP right applicants and owners.
Check our searchable list of known scammers. #### Intellectual Property Support for Small Businesses Visit the website dedicated to resources for entrepreneurs, created in collaboration with national IP offices EUIPO is the European Union Intellectual Property Office responsible for managing the EU trade marks and the registered European Union designs,and EU geographical indications for craft and industrial products.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: SMEs based in EU Member States. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to €2,500 per voucher. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
EU SME Fund 2026 is funded by European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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