This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting PCT Article 3, including 10 rules 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.

Summary

This section defines who can file an international design application under Article 3 of the Hague Agreement, requiring a person to be a national of a Contracting Party or a member state.

What this section covers

• Outlines the requirements for filing an international design application under Article 3 of the Hague Agreement.

Key obligations

• A person must be a national of a Contracting Party or a member state to file an international design application.
• The applicant must meet the eligibility criteria as defined by Article 3 of the Hague Agreement for filing an international design application.

Practice notes

• Verify the national status of the applicant before filing an international design application.
• Non-nationals may need to rely on a representative or agent who is a national of the Contracting Party.

Related Provisions

• 37 CFR § 1.433
• PCT Article 7
• PCT Rule 11
• 35 U.S.C. § 207
• 37 CFR § 1.475

Based on MPEP Last Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22