What is the issue fee for a reissue patent?

The issue fee for a reissue patent is set by the USPTO and is subject to change. According to the MPEP: “The issue fee for issuing each reissue patent is set forth in 37 CFR 1.18(a).” To find the current issue fee for a reissue patent, you should refer to the latest fee schedule published…

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What happens if an issue fee is paid late?

If an issue fee is paid late, the following applies: A surcharge is required for late payment of the issue fee. The patent may be held abandoned if the issue fee is not paid within the period set for payment. If the delay in payment is shown to have been unintentional, the Commissioner may accept…

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