Can I pay patent fees in foreign currency?

Can I pay patent fees in foreign currency? No, the USPTO does not accept foreign currency for patent fee payments. According to MPEP 509: ‘All payments of money required for USPTO fees or services must be made in U.S. dollars and in the form of a cashier’s or certified check, Treasury note, national bank notes,…

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What happens if I wrongly claim small entity status?

What happens if I wrongly claim small entity status? Wrongly claiming small entity status can have serious consequences. According to MPEP 509.03: “Improperly and with intent to deceive establishing status as a small entity, or paying fees as a small entity, shall be considered as a fraud practiced or attempted on the Office.” The consequences…

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