How does the application size fee apply to “Sequence Listings” submitted as ASCII plain text files?
The application size fee for “Sequence Listings” submitted as ASCII plain text files is treated differently from other file formats: Any “Sequence Listing” or CRF of a “Sequence Listing” submitted as an ASCII plain text file via the USPTO patent electronic filing system that complies with 37 CFR 1.821(c) or (e) is excluded when determining…
Read MoreHow is the application size fee calculated for a PCT national stage application in the US?
The application size fee for a PCT national stage application in the US is calculated based on the international application as published by WIPO under PCT Article 21. MPEP 1893.01(c) provides specific details on this calculation: “The application size fee is calculated on the basis of the number of sheets of specification (including the description,…
Read MoreWhat fees are required for entering the U.S. national stage?
The fees required for entering the U.S. national stage include: Basic national fee (37 CFR 1.492(a)): Must be paid within 30 months from the priority date to avoid abandonment. Search fee (37 CFR 1.492(b)): Due on commencement of the national stage. Examination fee (37 CFR 1.492(c)): Due on commencement of the national stage. Application size…
Read MoreWhat are the basic national fee requirements for entering the U.S. national stage?
The basic national fee requirements for entering the U.S. national stage include: The basic national fee (37 CFR 1.492(a)) Search fee (37 CFR 1.492(b)) Examination fee (37 CFR 1.492(c)) Application size fee, if applicable (37 CFR 1.492(j)) These fees are due within the 30-month time period set in 37 CFR 1.495(b). As stated in MPEP…
Read MoreWhat is the application size fee for U.S. national stage applications?
The application size fee is an additional fee charged for U.S. national stage applications that exceed a certain number of pages. According to MPEP 1893.01(c): “The application size fee for a national stage application (37 CFR 1.492(j)) is based on the application size fee set forth in 37 CFR 1.16(s).” The fee is calculated based…
Read MoreHow is the application size fee calculated for reissue applications?
The application size fee is calculated based on the number of sheets in the specification and drawings. According to 37 CFR 1.16(s), this fee applies to applications exceeding 100 sheets of paper. The MPEP states: “The application size fee applies for each additional 50 sheets or fraction thereof over 100 sheets of paper.” However, certain…
Read MoreHow do I calculate the application size fee for a patent application?
How do I calculate the application size fee for a patent application? The application size fee is an additional charge for patent applications exceeding a certain number of pages. Here’s how to calculate it: Count the total number of pages in your application, including specification, claims, abstract, and drawings. Subtract 100 from the total page…
Read MoreWhat is the application size fee and when does it apply?
The application size fee is an additional fee that applies to patent applications with specifications and drawings exceeding 100 sheets of paper. The MPEP states: 37 CFR 1.16(s) sets forth the application size fee for any application (including any reissue applications) filed under 35 U.S.C. 111, the specification and drawings of which exceed 100 sheets…
Read MoreHow is the application size fee calculated for patent applications?
The application size fee is calculated based on the number of pages in the application. According to 37 CFR 1.16(s), this fee applies to any application filed under 35 U.S.C. 111 where the specification (including claims) and drawings exceed 100 sheets of paper. The MPEP states: The application size fee applies for each additional 50…
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