What are the accepted payment methods for patent fees?
What are the accepted payment methods for patent fees?
The USPTO accepts various payment methods for patent fees:
- Credit or debit card
- Electronic funds transfer (EFT)
- Deposit account
- Check or money order
As stated in MPEP 509: ‘Fees may be paid by U.S. credit card, electronic funds transfer (EFT), deposit account, check or money order.’ Electronic payment methods are preferred for their efficiency and speed.
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Topics:
MPEP 500 - Receipt and Handling of Mail and Papers
MPEP 509 - Payment of Fees
Patent Law
Patent Procedure