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System and Browser Requirements

CIPO on-line forms are encrypted during transmission using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) 128-bit encryption. Your browser must have this level of encryption.

In addition, to access the electronic payment portion of the forms, you must activate Javascript and your browser must be able to accept cookies. Session cookies are used to assist in transaction security.

Before filing on-line, verify that your system is compatible. If you encounter any difficulties or require alternative methods of submitting documents, please contact us or submit a Technical Problem Report form.

Compatible Browsers

 Internet ExplorerNetscape
Windows XP6.0  
Windows 2000/98/956.0, 5.5, 5.014.79, 4.78, 4.61
Mac OS 105.24.79
Mac OS 9 4.79
Mac OS 8 4.79

Incompatible Browsers

Netscape 7.x
Mozilla Firefox
MAC OS 10.3 and 10.4


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