Can the issue fee be refunded?
The issue fee can be refunded under certain circumstances: If an application is withdrawn from issue, a refund of the issue fee may be requested. Refunds are subject to a $50 processing fee. The request for refund must be filed within two years from the date of payment of the issue fee. MPEP 1306 states:…
Read MoreWhat happens if the issue fee has been paid when prosecution is reopened?
If the issue fee has been paid and prosecution is reopened due to a rejection after allowance, the applicant has several options. According to MPEP 1308.01: “If the issue fee has already been paid and prosecution is reopened, the applicant may request a refund or request that the fee be credited to a deposit account.…
Read MoreWhat happens if I overpay a patent fee to the USPTO?
What happens if I overpay a patent fee to the USPTO? If you overpay a patent fee to the USPTO, you may be eligible for a refund. The MPEP 509 states: ‘In the event that an amount is paid by mistake or in excess of that required, a refund may be made only if a…
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