Where can I find information about limitations or restrictions with KIPO as an International Searching Authority?
Information about limitations or restrictions with the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) as an International Searching Authority (ISA) can be found in the PCT Information section of the Official Gazette on the USPTO’s website.
According to MPEP 1840.02: For any limitations or restrictions with the KIPO as an ISA, please refer to the PCT Information section of the Official Gazette found on the USPTO’s website (www.uspto.gov/learning-and-resources/official-gazette).
For additional information on subject matter limitations, additional search fees, cited documents, and more, you can refer to Annex D of the PCT Applicant’s Guide on the WIPO website.
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