GA C4.2.6 4.2.6.

International preliminary examination before the EPO: four scenarios 
4.2.020
For ease of understanding, the procedure before the EPO as IPEA can be summarised in four scenarios: 
First case: The EPO acted as ISA and made no objections
Second case: The EPO acted as ISA and made objections
Third case: The EPO did not act as ISA and the EPO as IPEA has no objections
Fourth case: The EPO did not act as ISA and the EPO as IPEA has objections

Source: http://www.epo.org/applying/international/guide-for-applicants/html/e/ga_c4_2_6.html

Date retrieved: 17 May 2021

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EPO Guide for Applicants, part II Int.

EPO Guide for Applicants, part II Int. - C The EPO as ISA and SISA