Application for plant breeder's rights

Apply for plant breeder's rights using the part 1 application form.

How to apply

You can apply online using the application form in Online Services. This is the preferred way to apply.

There is also a PDF form to available to assist you in gathering the relevant information for your application. If you're unable to apply online, you can use the PDF form instead.

If you're applying through PRISMA, you don't need to apply online or use the PDF form. The application is included in PRISMA.

How to submit your application

There are 3 ways to submit your form.

Through Online Services (using the new electronic form)

  1. Log in to Online Services.
  2. Complete the electronic form.
  3. Submit your form.

Through Online Services (using the PDF form)

  1. Download and complete the form.
  2. Log in to Online Services.
  3. Submit your form.

For instructions on how to submit your PDF through Online Services, see the alternative filing method:

Note: An application cannot be considered filed until payment is received.

By post

  1. Download and complete the form.
  2. Send the completed form to our postal address:

    IP Australia
    PO Box 200
    Woden ACT 2606

Keeping your personal details private

Note that any address you provide could be made public. If you want to keep your home address private, you can provide a post office or other valid address. Your address for service of legal documents can be a post office box, but it must be an address in Australia or New Zealand.