What are some common reasons for abandonment of an international application in the national stage?
International applications can become abandoned in the national stage due to various deficiencies. MPEP 1893.02 highlights some common reasons: Failure to submit the basic national fee within the required timeframe Insufficient fee payment Failure to provide a copy of the international application (if necessary) Not meeting additional requirements set by the USPTO, such as submitting…
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After timely meeting the requirements under 37 CFR 1.495(b), applicants must also satisfy additional requirements within a time period set by the USPTO to avoid abandonment. These requirements, as outlined in 37 CFR 1.495(c), include: English translation of the international application (if not in English) Oath or declaration Search fee Examination fee Application size fee…
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