Are there any fee reductions available for U.S. national stage applications?

Yes, there are fee reductions available for U.S. national stage applications based on the applicant’s entity status. The MPEP 1893.01(c) states: “Applicants qualifying for small entity status are entitled to a reduction of 50% of certain national fees. Applicants qualifying for micro entity status are entitled to a reduction of 75% of certain national fees.”…

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What are the requirements for a small entity to request prioritized examination?

For a small entity to request prioritized examination, the following requirements must be met: The application must be an original utility or plant nonprovisional application filed under 35 U.S.C. 111(a). The request must be filed with the application or with a Request for Continued Examination (RCE). The application must contain no more than 4 independent…

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Are there any fee reductions available for small entities or micro entities filing patent applications?

Are there any fee reductions available for small entities or micro entities filing patent applications? Yes, the USPTO offers significant fee reductions for small entities and micro entities. According to MPEP 607: “Fees for a nonprovisional application for an original patent are reduced by 50% for a small entity and by 75% for a micro…

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How much are patent fees reduced for small entities?

According to MPEP 509.02, fees for small entities are reduced by 50% for most patent-related fees. The MPEP states: The fees which are reduced by 50% for small entities include patent application filing fees including the basic filing fee, search fee, examination fee, application size fee, and excess claims fees (37 CFR 1.16), extension of…

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Are there any fee reductions or waivers available for USPTO patent fees?

Are there any fee reductions or waivers available for USPTO patent fees? Yes, the USPTO offers fee reductions for certain applicants. According to MPEP 509, “Certain fees may be reduced if the applicant qualifies as a small entity or micro entity.” Here’s a brief overview: Small Entity: Individuals, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations may qualify…

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