How is the correspondence address determined for a nonprovisional international design application?

The correspondence address for a nonprovisional international design application is determined according to 37 CFR 1.1066(a), which states:

“Unless the correspondence address is changed in accordance with § 1.33(a), the Office will use as the correspondence address in a nonprovisional international design application the address according to the following order:

1. The correspondence address under § 1.1042;
2. The address of applicant’s representative identified in the publication of the international registration; and
3. The address of the applicant identified in the publication of the international registration.”

This hierarchical approach ensures that the USPTO has a reliable means of communicating with the applicant or their representative throughout the application process.

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• international design application
• USPTO communication