What is the PDX program for patent applications?

The Priority Document Exchange (PDX) program is an electronic system that allows participating intellectual property offices to exchange priority documents securely. According to MPEP 215.01, “Under the PDX program, the participating offices electronically transmit priority documents to each other as needed.” This program eliminates the need for applicants to submit paper certified copies of priority…

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What should applicants do upon receiving a Notice of Allowance regarding PDX?

When applicants receive a Notice of Allowance, they should take specific actions regarding PDX as outlined in MPEP 215.01: Upon receipt of a Notice of Allowance, applicants should check to see whether the Office has received a copy of the foreign application under the priority document exchange program because successful retrieval of priority documents cannot…

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