Where can I find information about limitations or restrictions with KIPO as an International Searching Authority?
Information about limitations or restrictions with the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) as an International Searching Authority (ISA) can be found in the PCT Information section of the Official Gazette on the USPTO’s website. According to MPEP 1840.02: For any limitations or restrictions with the KIPO as an ISA, please refer to the PCT Information…
Read MoreWhen did the Korean Intellectual Property Office become an International Searching Authority for PCT applications?
The Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) has been available as an International Searching Authority (ISA) for PCT applications since January 1, 2006. This applies to applications filed by U.S. nationals or residents in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) as receiving Office or in the International Bureau (IB) as receiving Office. As stated in…
Read MoreWhere can I find additional information about KIPO as an International Searching Authority?
For additional information about the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) as an International Searching Authority (ISA), you can refer to two main sources: USPTO Official Gazette: This contains information on limitations or restrictions with KIPO as an ISA. PCT Applicant’s Guide (Annex D): This provides details on subject matter limitations, additional search fees, cited documents,…
Read MoreWho can use the Korean Intellectual Property Office as an International Searching Authority for PCT applications?
The Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) is available as an International Searching Authority (ISA) for PCT applications filed by U.S. nationals or residents. This applies to applications filed in two specific receiving offices: The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) as receiving Office The International Bureau (IB) as receiving Office As stated in MPEP 1840.02:…
Read MoreWhich patent offices can act as International Searching Authorities for applications filed with the U.S. Receiving Office?
For international applications filed with the U.S. Receiving Office, several patent offices can act as competent International Searching Authorities. According to MPEP 1840, these include: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) European Patent Office (EPO) Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) Australian Patent Office (IP Australia) (IPAU) Federal Service for Intellectual Property (Rospatent) (Russian Federation)…
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