What are the margin requirements for patent application documents?
What are the margin requirements for patent application documents?
When preparing documents for a patent application, it’s crucial to adhere to specific margin requirements set by the USPTO:
- The top margin of the first page should be at least 2 cm (3/4 inch).
- All other margins (left, right, and bottom) must be at least 2 cm (3/4 inch).
- The margins can be slightly larger but should not exceed 4 cm (1-1/2 inches).
According to MPEP 501: All of the application papers must have margins which are at least 2 cm. (3/4 inch) … on the sides, top and bottom. Margins should not exceed 4 cm. (1-1/2 inches). … The top margin of the first page should be at least 2 cm. (3/4 inch).
These margin requirements ensure that all information is visible and can be properly scanned and processed by the USPTO.
Topics:
MPEP 500 - Receipt and Handling of Mail and Papers,
MPEP 501 - Filing Papers With the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure