Israel Patent Office Jerusalem address and hours: patent and trademark filing routes

If you are looking for the Israel Patent Office Jerusalem address and hours, first check whether your application is eligible for paper delivery. National patent applications and trademark applications follow different rules, even though both go through the Israel Patent Office (ILPO) in Jerusalem’s Malha Technology Park. Choosing the filing channel first can save an unnecessary trip.

Disclaimer: This is a practical routing guide, not legal advice. Filing rules and public reception arrangements can change; confirm current instructions with the ILPO before relying on a deadline or traveling.

Key takeaways

• Patent: Online filing is the ILPO’s recommended route. The office also lists reception, mail, and an entrance document box for physical delivery.
• Trademark: Companies and attorneys must file online. Paper delivery is available only to an individual applicant who is not represented.
• Address and hours: Go to Agudat Sport Hapoel 1 in Malha and look for Eshel Building, also called Building 5. Public reception is Sunday through Thursday, 08:30–13:30, subject to closures.
• Before setting out: Trademark reception requires advance coordination, and vehicle entry must be arranged ahead. The patent document box accepts documents until 23:59 on working days, but that cutoff alone does not establish the legal filing date.

Who this guide is for

This guide is for inventors, startup founders, small businesses, company teams, and representatives preparing a national Israeli patent or trademark application through the Jerusalem ILPO. It is especially useful if you are unsure whether you can file on paper, need to identify the right department, or are planning a visit to Malha. English–Hebrew is a practical working-language pairing to plan for, but it is not an official ranking of applicant languages. Patent applications may be filed in English, Hebrew, or Arabic. Typical materials include a patent application and specification with claims, an abstract, and any relevant drawings, or a trademark application with applicant details and a representation of the mark. This guide does not cover patent drafting, trademark strategy, or legal representation.

Israel Patent Office Jerusalem address and hours: choose the route before traveling

The ILPO is at Agudat Sport Hapoel 1, Malha Technology Park, Jerusalem 9695101. The official ILPO profile identifies the building as Eshel Building (number 5) and lists its main number as +972-73-3927100. The Trademarks Department’s published listing places it on the fourth floor, opposite Malha Mall. The Patent Department secretariat is identified in its published listing as being on the first floor; confirm the floor with the department before a visit if you need to deliver documents.

National patent application

The ILPO service listing titled Patents – Application for Patent Registration labels online filing as recommended. It also describes reception, post, and an entrance document box. The service says that an initial online submission can be made without a smart card; subsequent actions require one. For a prepared application, online filing is usually the simplest route because it avoids travel and building-access coordination.

National trademark application

The official service listing titled Trademarks – Application for Trademark Registration says that companies and attorneys must file online. Paper delivery is reserved for private individuals filing without representation. An individual can also use the online system. A represented individual should not assume that bringing a paper packet to the office makes the paper route available. For an online graphic mark, prepare the image file in the format requested by the filing system; eligible paper applicants should include the application form and fee evidence specified by the service.

PCT international application

A PCT application uses a separate route; do not treat it as an ordinary Israeli national patent filing. Check the ILPO’s PCT instructions and the WIPO PCT overview.

The trademark rules and delivery options above are described in the ILPO’s official service listings, which are in Hebrew. Those listings state that corporations and attorneys must file trademarks online and reserve paper filing for private individuals without representation.

Foreign applicants: The ILPO service listings state that an applicant outside Israel needs an Israeli correspondence address or local representation, depending on the service. Resolve that condition before arranging delivery; a visit to the Jerusalem office will not resolve it at the counter.

Finding Eshel Building in Malha and arranging access

Use the full street address rather than searching only for Israel Patent Office. Older references may call the same building Building 5, while the current ILPO profile calls it Eshel Building. The Trademarks Department’s published listing gives the fourth-floor direction and places the office opposite Malha Mall. These are two names for the same location, not separate offices.

The Trademarks Department lists public reception from Sunday through Thursday, 08:30–13:30, except holidays, by prior coordination. Its listing also says that vehicle entry to the building must be arranged in advance by phone or email with the department. That is a vehicle-access instruction; it does not establish that every pedestrian visitor needs the same arrangement. For a trademark visit, call 073-3927290 or email [email protected] to confirm the appointment and entry details.

The department listing describes an accessible elevator, accessible restroom and seating, and a hearing induction loop. If you need the loop, notify the department before your visit. Published instructions do not detail pedestrian screening, visitor ID requirements, or prohibited items. If you are carrying bulky technical material or equipment, ask the department about access before traveling.

The location listing places the office opposite Malha Mall and provides a Waze navigation option. It does not provide parking prices, visitor-space availability, fixed bus routes, or typical travel times. Use current navigation and parking information on the day of your visit; the mall’s proximity is not a promise of free or available parking.

Patent and trademark filing in Jerusalem: a practical preparation sequence

1. Identify the filing type. Confirm that you are making a national Israeli patent or trademark application. If your matter is a PCT international application, follow its separate route.
2. Check paper eligibility. For patents, the ILPO service lists online and physical submission routes. For trademarks, companies and attorneys must file online; only an unrepresented individual may use paper.
3. Prepare the packet. For a patent, organize the application and specification, including claims, abstract, and any drawings. For an online graphic trademark, prepare the mark image in the format requested by the system. If using an eligible paper trademark route, include the form and fee evidence listed by the ILPO.
4. Check applicant details and correspondence. Foreign applicants should confirm the Israeli address or representation condition before filing. If you have a representative, coordinate which account and contact details should receive official correspondence.
5. Choose delivery. Submit online where it fits your case. If you are eligible and need paper delivery, confirm the current receiving instructions, department, and hours before leaving for Malha.
6. Keep proof of submission. Save the electronic acknowledgment or other official receipt. If using the document box, do not infer the legal filing date from the time you deposited the papers; rely on the ILPO’s acknowledgment and applicable rules.

Patent Department staff can give general procedural guidance during reception hours, but the ILPO page titled About the Patents Department says staff cannot provide legal advice. A counter visit is not a substitute for help drafting claims, assessing patentability, selecting a protection strategy, or choosing trademark classes. Arrange that work separately with qualified counsel.

Document box, costs, and waiting-time reality

The patent service listing gives reception hours of Sunday through Thursday, 08:30–13:30, and says the entrance document box accepts documents until 23:59 on working days. The office is closed on Friday, Saturday, holiday eves, and holidays; the box is not available during those closures. The box stays open after reception ends, but it is not a staffed review window where someone can check a packet or correct a missing payment record.

A normal Sunday–Thursday week therefore has 25 scheduled reception hours before holidays and closures. This helps with visit planning but is not a queue estimate. The ILPO’s published instructions do not give average waits for the counter, document-box processing, or trademark appointments. If your filing is close to a deadline, do not plan around an assumed same-day review or last-minute paper drop. Confirm the required filing channel and deadline effect using the official service instructions or qualified counsel.

Official fees depend on the application and, for trademarks, details such as the number of classes. Check the current amount and accepted payment method in the relevant ILPO service before paying; do not rely on an old fee quote. If a translation is requested, its cost is a separate service expense and should be quoted for the actual language pair and document.

Does an ILPO filing need certified translation?

Not automatically. The ILPO’s Patent Protection guide says that most patent applications are submitted in English and that Hebrew and Arabic are also permitted. A patent application prepared in one of those accepted languages does not need translation merely because it is filed in Jerusalem. Do not import a blanket U.S.-style rule that every foreign-language patent document must come with a certified English translation.

That does not establish a translation rule for every supporting document, priority document, trademark attachment, or later-stage proceeding. Check the specific ILPO instruction or ask your Israeli patent or trademark representative about the document. For Israel-specific translation questions, see Israel Patent and Trademark Translation Requirements. For general terminology, CertOf explains certified versus notarized translation and who signs a translation certificate. Its guide to certified translation of patent documents to English includes U.S.-focused examples; do not treat those as Israeli filing rules.

Translation becomes relevant when a receiving office or representative specifically requests a document in another language, such as a foreign priority record or supporting evidence. Ask which language, certification statement, and format are required before ordering. Certification of a translation does not replace notarization, authentication, or another filing requirement if one is separately requested.

Service options and public resources

A translation company is not the default first stop for an ILPO routing question. A translation vendor cannot provide a filing receipt, arrange department access, or replace legal representation. Choose a provider only after confirming that a specific document needs translation and that its language pair and certificate format meet the recipient’s instructions.

Online document translation

CertOf online certified translation is an online document service, not a Jerusalem filing office, patent attorney, appointment service, or ILPO-endorsed provider. Its service page describes a certified PDF and translation accuracy certificate. Check the current language selector and confirm that technical patent text is within scope before ordering; confirm acceptance with the ILPO or your representative.

Legal representation

If you need claim drafting, application strategy, representation, or help with prosecution and correspondence, arrange private advice from a suitably qualified Israeli professional. The Ministry of Justice patent attorney register is a public way to verify patent attorney credentials. It is a register, not an endorsement or ranking of providers. An attorney is a different service from a translation vendor and is not required merely to ask where to deliver an eligible paper filing.

Public procedural help and PCT information

Use the ILPO’s official service listings for current filing routes, forms, fees, and delivery instructions. The ILPO profile lists its main phone and address; the Trademarks Department’s published reception listing gives its current floor, appointment, vehicle-entry, accessibility, and contact details. For procedural questions, contact the appropriate department. Patent Department staff can explain general procedure but do not give legal advice. For international patent applications, consult the ILPO’s PCT service instructions and WIPO’s PCT system information.

Local risks, complaints, and visitor experience

The avoidable errors are straightforward: a company brings a paper trademark packet even though online filing is required; a trademark visitor arrives without prior coordination; a driver assumes vehicle access is automatic; or someone navigates to Building 5 without recognizing the current Eshel name. The document box offers a later handoff time, not an opportunity for a staffed completeness check.

There is no published queue estimate for a counter visit, appointment, or document-box processing. Reliable first-hand accounts are also insufficient to describe a typical wait or gate experience. The dependable planning signals are the posted constraints: reception hours, advance coordination for trademark visits, vehicle-entry arrangements, and the late document-box cutoff. Call ahead and check live traffic and parking conditions.

If you receive an unexpected fee demand or urgent payment request, compare it with the fee and payment route shown in the current official filing service and verify it with the relevant department before paying. For concerns about office service, the Trademarks Department’s published listing directs general inquiries, complaints, and suggestions to Public Inquiries. Start with the department’s current official contact route; call the general ILPO number, +972-73-3927100, if you need help finding the correct channel.

Frequently asked questions

Can I file a national patent application in person at the Israel Patent Office?

Yes. The ILPO patent service listing describes reception, mail, and an entrance document box as physical delivery options alongside online filing. Online submission is usually the most convenient first choice for a prepared application because it avoids travel and access coordination.

Is online patent filing mandatory in Israel?

The patent service listing describes online filing as recommended and also lists physical delivery routes. It says an initial online submission can be made without a smart card, while subsequent actions require one. Check the current instructions for your application and account.

Can a company file a trademark application on paper at the Jerusalem counter?

No. The official trademark service listing requires companies and attorneys to file online. Paper delivery is available only to an individual filing without representation. A company should use the online system rather than travel to the fourth-floor counter with a paper application.

Do I need an appointment or vehicle clearance to visit the ILPO in Malha?

The Trademarks Department’s published listing says public reception is by prior coordination and vehicle entry must be arranged in advance by phone or email. Contact the relevant department before driving. The listing does not establish that every pedestrian visitor needs the same appointment or vehicle process.

What is the difference between Eshel Building and Building 5?

They refer to the same ILPO location: Eshel Building is the name shown in the official profile, while Building 5 is an alternate reference. For trademark reception, the department listing directs visitors to the fourth floor.

Can I drop off patent documents after public reception closes?

The patent service listing says the entrance document box accepts documents until 23:59 on working days, while public reception ends at 13:30. The box is unavailable on Friday, Saturday, holiday eves, and holidays. Keep the official acknowledgment and do not assume the deposit time alone determines the legal filing date.

Does every patent or trademark filing need a certified translation?

No blanket certified translation requirement applies to every filing. Patent applications may be filed in English, Hebrew, or Arabic. For a supporting or priority document in another language, check the specific ILPO instruction or ask your representative what translation, certification, and format are required.

Does the ILPO publish pedestrian security rules or expected wait times?

Published instructions do not detail pedestrian screening rules or average queue times. Ask the relevant department about access questions before travel and plan around the posted reception hours rather than an assumed wait.

Need a translation after confirming the requirement?

CertOf can support document translation when the receiving office or your representative has specified a language pair and format. Check the current service details and language options before ordering; CertOf does not file applications, provide Israeli legal representation, arrange an ILPO appointment, or guarantee acceptance by the office. You can upload a document through the online portal, contact CertOf about a supported language pair, or review the service’s revision and refund terms before proceeding.