Who can sign Form PCT/IPEA/408 and Form PCT/IPEA/411?
According to MPEP 1876, there are specific requirements for who can sign Form PCT/IPEA/408 and Form PCT/IPEA/411: “Form PCT/IPEA/408 and Form PCT/IPEA/411 must be signed by an examiner having at least partial signatory authority.” This requirement ensures that only authorized examiners can officially communicate about mistakes or invite rectifications in international patent applications. Partial signatory…
Read MoreHow are obvious mistakes in international patent applications rectified?
Obvious mistakes in international patent applications can be rectified through a specific process. According to MPEP 1876: “The examiner may invite applicant to rectify obvious mistakes using Form PCT/IPEA/411.” This form is used by examiners to formally invite applicants to correct obvious errors in their applications. It’s important to note that this process is specifically…
Read MoreWhat is the purpose of Form PCT/IPEA/408 in international patent applications?
Form PCT/IPEA/408 serves a specific purpose in the international patent application process. According to MPEP 1876: “Mistakes that are not obvious may be called to applicant’s attention in Box VII of PCT/IPEA/408.” This form is used by examiners to communicate non-obvious mistakes or issues to the applicant. It’s part of the written opinion of the…
Read MoreWhere can I obtain the PCT international application transmittal letter form?
The PCT international application transmittal letter form (Form PTO-1382) can be obtained online from the USPTO website. According to MPEP 1830: “The form, which is intended to simplify the filing of PCT international applications and related documents with the United States Receiving Office, may be obtained online at www.uspto.gov/patents-getting-started/international-protection/patent-cooperation-treaty/pct-chapter-i-forms.” You can access and download the…
Read MoreWhat form is used to transmit the International Preliminary Examination Report?
The International Preliminary Examination Report (IPER) is transmitted using a specific form, as mentioned in MPEP 1879.02: “The international preliminary examination report and its annexes, if any, are transmitted to the applicant and the International Bureau using a Notification of Transmittal of International Preliminary Report on Patentability (Form PCT/IPEA/416).” This standardized form ensures consistent communication…
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