How can I avoid paying the non-electronic filing portion of the PCT transmittal fee?
To avoid paying the non-electronic filing portion of the PCT transmittal fee, you should file your international application electronically using the USPTO’s Electronic Filing System (EFS-Web). This additional fee is only applicable to applications filed on paper.
The MPEP states: “The non-electronic filing portion is applicable where applicant files the international application in paper rather than by the USPTO’s electronic filing system (EFS-Web).”
By using EFS-Web to file your international application, you can:
- Save money on filing fees
- Benefit from a more efficient filing process
- Receive immediate confirmation of your submission
- Potentially expedite the processing of your application
To use EFS-Web, you’ll need to register for a USPTO.gov account if you don’t already have one. Then, you can access the EFS-Web filing system through the USPTO website.
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