What is the fee for filing an ex parte reexamination request?
What is the fee for filing an ex parte reexamination request?
The fee for filing an ex parte reexamination request varies depending on the entity size. As of September 2022:
- For large entities: $6,500
- For small entities: $3,250
- For micro entities: $1,625
These fees are subject to change. Always check the current USPTO fee schedule for the most up-to-date information.
According to MPEP 2215: “If an ex parte reexamination is ordered under 35 U.S.C. 304, no refund will be made.”
To learn more:
Topics:
MPEP 2200 - Citation Of Prior Art And Ex Parte Reexamination Of Patents,
MPEP 2215 - Fee For Requesting Ex Parte Reexamination Under 35 U.S.C. 302,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure