Are there fee reductions available for small entities and micro entities?

Yes, fee reductions are available for small entities and micro entities when filing a supplemental examination request. According to the MPEP:

“These fees qualify for a 50 percent reduction for small entities and a 75 percent reduction for micro entities.”

This reduction applies to the fees required for supplemental examination, including the filing fee, ex parte reexamination fee, and document size fees. For more information on qualifying as a small or micro entity, refer to MPEP § 509.04.

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