GA C2.16 2.16

Which is the competent International Searching Authority (ISA) when the EPO acts as receiving Office? 
2.16.001
If an international application is filed with the EPO acting as receiving Office, the EPO is the only competent ISA. Therefore, this need not be entered in Box No. VII of the PCT request form.
Art. 16 PCT
R. 4.1(b)(iv), 4.14bis PCT
Art. 152 EPC

Source: http://www.epo.org/applying/international/guide-for-applicants/html/e/ga_c2_16.html

Date retrieved: 17 May 2021

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