What is the priority document exchange program for patent applications?

The priority document exchange program is a system that allows participating patent offices to exchange priority documents electronically. According to MPEP 215.02(a):

“Applicants may use the priority document exchange program to obtain a copy of a foreign application filed in a participating foreign intellectual property office.”

This program simplifies the process of obtaining priority documents for patent applications filed in multiple countries.

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Topics: MPEP 200 - Types and Status of Application; Benefit and Priority, Patent Law, Patent Procedure
Tags: foreign applications, patent applications, priority document exchange