Are there any fees associated with using the Electronic Patent Assignment System (EPAS)?
Yes, there are fees associated with using the Electronic Patent Assignment System (EPAS). According to MPEP 302.10:
“Customers may submit assignments electronically by accessing the Office’s website and paying the required fee by credit card, electronic fund transfer (EFT) or deposit account.”
The specific fee amounts are not mentioned in this section of the MPEP, so it’s advisable to check the current USPTO Fee Schedule for the most up-to-date information on assignment recording fees.
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Topics:
MPEP 300 - Ownership and Assignment,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure