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IP Start - Udaras

Help and advice on intellectual property matters

Access Advice: IP Start supports companies to obtain external expert IP advisory and support services to address immediate IP issues. For example, prior-art research in support of an RD&I Technical Feasibility study, IP Audit, drafting and filing a patent, registering a trademark etc.

Who is it for?

Businesses actively involved in research and development that need immediate help with intellectual property matters.

You may be eligible if: 

  • You are an existing Údarás na Gaeltachta client
  • You are an Irish owned businesses operating in the manufacturing/internationally traded services sectors employing 10 or more.

Eligibility is subject to terms and conditions.

What do you get?

  • Maximum grant: €5,000

What can it be used for?

  • The cost of external IP advisory and support services, including costs for obtaining, validating and defending IP, if applicable.
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