Are there fees associated with filing amendments under PCT Article 34?
No, there are no fees specifically associated with filing amendments under PCT Article 34. This is explicitly stated in the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP).
As per MPEP 1864.01: “No fee is payable in respect of filing any amendments under Article 34(2)(b).“
This provision allows applicants to make necessary amendments during the international preliminary examination phase without incurring additional costs, promoting a more accessible and flexible patent application process under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT).
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