What languages are acceptable for filing an international design application?
According to MPEP 2906, international design applications must be filed in one of three prescribed languages:
- English
- French
- Spanish
The MPEP specifically states: “The prescribed languages, set forth in Hague Agreement Rule 6, are English, French, and Spanish.“
It’s crucial to note that using one of these languages is a requirement for obtaining a filing date. If an application is not in one of these languages, it will be considered an irregularity that may postpone the filing date until the issue is corrected.
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Topics:
MPEP 2900 - International Design Applications,
MPEP 2906 - Filing Date Requirements,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure