PCT Rule 7 — The Drawings (MPEP Coverage Index) – BlueIron IP
PCT Rule 7 The Drawings
This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting PCT Rule 7, including 24 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 details the mandatory contents required in all international design applications under the Hague Agreement, including language and formality standards to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
What this section covers
- Defines the mandatory contents required in all international design applications under the Hague Agreement.
Key obligations
- The application must be in English, French, or Spanish.
- It must be presented on the official form as specified by MPEP § 2909.01.
- It must be signed by the applicant, as required by 37 CFR § 1.1021(a).
Practice notes
- Ensure the application is in one of the required languages (English, French, or Spanish) and use the official form.
- Sign the application by the applicant to avoid rejection or delay in processing.
Official MPEP § 7 — The Drawings
Source: USPTOLast Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22
Rule 7 The Drawings
7.2 Time Limit
The time limit referred to in Article 7(2)(ii) shall be reasonable under the circumstances of the case and shall, in no case, be shorter than two months from the date of the written invitation requiring the filing of drawings or additional drawings under the said provision.
- Access Records
- Access Document Types
- Copies And Certificates
- Design Patents
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- International Design
- Hague Principles
- Ida Requirements
- Ida Contents
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- Ida Title Description
- Pct
- Pct Amendments Article 19
| MPEP Section | Rules |
|---|---|
| MPEP § 2909 | |
| MPEP § 2909.01 | |
| MPEP § 2920.04(a) | |
| MPEP § 2920.05(c) | |
| MPEP § 2920.05(d) |