What is required when submitting an English language translation of a foreign priority application?

When submitting an English language translation of a non-English language foreign priority application, the following requirements must be met:

• The translation must be of the certified copy of the foreign application as filed
• The translation must be submitted together with a statement that the translation of the certified copy is accurate

As stated in the MPEP: When an English language translation of a non-English language foreign application is required, the translation must be that of the certified copy (of the foreign application as filed) submitted together with a statement that the translation of the certified copy is accurate.

For more information on certified copy, visit: certified copy.

For more information on foreign priority, visit: foreign priority.