Withdrawing a patent application

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The content below relates to applications with a complete specification filed before 13 September 2014.

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Withdrawing a patent application

Prior to grant an applicant may withdraw their application at any time using the online system. After grant a Patent must be surrendered – see Surrendering of Patents.