Where can I find complete information on U.S. PCT reservations and incompatibilities?

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Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based) BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules 3 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. For comprehensive information on U.S. PCT reservations, declarations, notifications, and incompatibilities, you should refer to the International Bureau’s notice. As stated in MPEP 1803: “For complete PCT reservations, declarations, notifications and incompatibilities, please see the International Bureau’s notice published on the WIPO website at: www.wipo.int/pct/en/texts/reservations/res_incomp.html .” This resource provides the most up-to-date and comprehensive information on how the United States applies various PCT provisions and rules. Related Rules from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure 10 rules Collapse United States Reserves PCT Article 64(3) Not All Applications Published MPEP 1803 U.S. Withdraws Reservation on PCT Chapter II MPEP 1803 No International Publication Required for US Designated PCT Applications MPEP 1803 Required Publication Not Required If U.S. is Only Designated State MPEP 1803 Publication Required for National Stage Applications MPEP 1803 Reservation Still In Force MPEP 1803 U.S. Receiving Office Requires English Filings MPEP 1803 International Filing Date Despite Language Incompatibility MPEP 1803 USPTO Not Accepting PCT Rules 20.1(c), 26.3ter(a), and 26.3ter(c) MPEP 1803 PCT Rules Not Applicable to USPTO Due to Incompatibility MPEP 1803 Prohibited Other Related FAQs 3 FAQs Collapse What is the U.S. stance on international publication under the PCT? How does the U.S. handle non-English portions in PCT applications? What are the U.S. reservations and incompatibilities regarding PCT Rules 49.5(c-bis) and 49.5(k)?