Can I use Priority Mail Express® for international patent applications?
Can I use Priority Mail Express® for international patent applications? Yes, you can use Priority Mail Express® for international patent applications. The MPEP 513 states: Priority Mail Express® and certificate of mailing procedures … apply to papers filed in international applications as well. However, it’s important to note that there are specific requirements for international…
Read MoreCan I use Priority Mail Express® for international patent application submissions to the USPTO?
Can I use Priority Mail Express® for international patent application submissions to the USPTO? Yes, you can use Priority Mail Express® for international patent application submissions to the USPTO. However, there are specific considerations: Priority Mail Express® can be used for correspondence relative to international applications under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). The USPTO acts…
Read MoreCan I file a patent application on weekends or holidays?
While the USPTO is not open for physical filing on weekends or federal holidays, you can still file patent applications electronically or use the Priority Mail Express® service. The MPEP states: In accordance with 37 CFR 1.6(a)(2), even when the Office is not open for the filing of correspondence on any day that is a…
Read MoreWhat are the recommended methods for filing new patent applications?
The USPTO recommends several methods for filing new patent applications, with some being more advantageous than others. According to MPEP 511, the recommended methods are: Electronic Filing System (EFS-Web or Patent Center): This is the most recommended method. As stated in MPEP 511: “In general, applicants should consider filing new patent applications (as well as…
Read MoreHow can I ensure my corrected assignment documents are considered timely submitted?
To ensure your corrected assignment documents are considered timely submitted, the USPTO provides two methods as outlined in MPEP 317.02: Use the certification procedure under 37 CFR 1.8 (see MPEP § 512) Use the “Priority Mail Express®” procedure under 37 CFR 1.10 (see MPEP § 513) The MPEP states: “The certification procedure under 37 CFR…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between ‘Express Mail’ and ‘Priority Mail Express’?
As of July 28, 2013, the United States Postal Service (USPS) renamed ‘Express Mail’ to ‘Priority Mail Express’. According to MPEP 511: “Effective July 28, 2013, the United States Postal Service (USPS) changed the name of ‘Express Mail’ to ‘Priority Mail Express.’ All characteristics of the ‘Priority Mail Express’ service are the same as those…
Read MoreHow does the USPTO handle correspondence sent by Priority Mail Express®?
How does the USPTO handle correspondence sent by Priority Mail Express®? The USPTO treats correspondence sent by Priority Mail Express® (formerly Express Mail) with special consideration. According to MPEP 502: “Any correspondence received by Priority Mail Express® will be considered filed with the USPTO on the date of deposit with the United States Postal Service.”…
Read MoreHow does the USPTO handle Priority Mail Express® submissions?
Priority Mail Express® submissions to the USPTO are handled differently from regular mail. According to MPEP 505, New patent applications filed in accordance with 37 CFR 1.10 will be stamped by the Office with the date of deposit as Priority Mail Express® with the United States Postal Service. This means: The date of deposit with…
Read MoreWhat are the filing date rules for applications submitted via Priority Mail Express?
Applications properly filed via Priority Mail Express® (formerly Express Mail) have special filing date rules: The filing date is the date the application was deposited with the U.S. Postal Service as Priority Mail Express® This applies even if the deposit date is a Saturday, Sunday, or federal holiday The application must comply with the requirements…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between the Certificate of Mailing and Priority Mail Express procedures?
While both the Certificate of Mailing (37 CFR 1.8) and Priority Mail Express (37 CFR 1.10) procedures can be used to establish timely filing of USPTO correspondence, they have some key differences: Certificate of Mailing can be used with any class of mail, while Priority Mail Express is a specific USPS service. Certificate of Mailing…
Read More