Durgesh and Ramya have authored an article titled “Going Global: Foreign Filing Licence (FFL) Requirements in India,” published on Lexology on March 30th, 2026.
The article examines the regulatory framework governing Foreign Filing Licence (FFL) requirements under Indian patent law, highlighting the conditions under which Indian applicants must seek prior permission before filing patent applications outside India. It provides clarity on statutory provisions, procedural aspects, and practical considerations relevant for applicants operating in cross-border innovation environments.
They have also discussed the implications of non-compliance, strategic considerations for global patent filings, and the importance of aligning filing strategies with Indian regulatory requirements to ensure seamless international protection of innovations.
This article offers a structured perspective on navigating outbound patent filings from India, making it a useful reference for innovators, in-house counsel, and IP professionals engaged in global patent strategy.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Durgesh Mukharya
Durgesh Mukharya is a Partner with K&S Partners and has over 16 years of experience in the biotechnology & biosciences, plant variety and biodiversity domains.
- durgesh@knspartners.com
Ramya Rao
Ramya is a Partner with K&S Partners and has over 14 years of experience in the domains of computer sciences, electronics and design.
- ramya.rao@knspartners.com