How is a Certificate of Extension of Patent Term issued?

The process of issuing a Certificate of Extension of Patent Term involves several steps:

• The Director determines the patent’s eligibility for extension based on the application.
• If eligible and requirements are met, a certificate is issued under seal.
• The certificate is recorded in the official patent file.
• Notification of issuance is published in the Official Gazette.

As stated in MPEP 2759, “Following the one-month period provided in the Notice of Final Determination, the Certificate of Extension is prepared and signed by the Director. The original certificate is mailed to the applicant and a copy is sent to the regulatory agency.“

To learn more:

• Patent Term Extension
• Certificate Issuance
• USPTO Procedure
• Patent Law