How do kind codes differ between PCT and U.S. national stage applications?
Kind codes for PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) applications and U.S. national stage applications differ in their usage and meaning. The MPEP 901.04(a) provides the following information: For PCT applications: “A1” – PCT application published with the international search report “A2” – PCT application published without the international search report “A3” – PCT search report published…
Read MoreHow should translations of Article 34 Amendments be formatted for the U.S. national stage?
When providing translations of Article 34 Amendments for the U.S. national stage, it’s crucial to format them in a way that allows for seamless integration with the original application. The MPEP 1893.01(a)(3) provides specific guidance: “Where an English translation of the annexes is provided, the translation must be such that the translation of the originally…
Read MoreHow are Article 34 Amendments handled in the U.S. national stage application?
Article 34 Amendments are typically entered into the U.S. national stage application automatically, with some exceptions. The MPEP 1893.01(a)(3) states: “If these annexes are in English, they will normally be entered into the U.S. national stage application by the Office absent a clear instruction by the applicant that the annexes are not to be entered.”…
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