Which countries can the USPTO conduct international searches for as an International Searching Authority?
The USPTO, as an International Searching Authority, conducts international searches and prepares international search reports and written opinions for a wide range of countries. According to MPEP 1840, these countries include:
- United States of America
- Bahrain
- Barbados
- Brazil
- Chile
- Dominican Republic
- Egypt
- Georgia
- Guatemala
- India
- Israel
- Jordan
- Mexico
- New Zealand
- Oman
- Panama
- Peru
- Philippines
- Qatar
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- South Africa
- Thailand
- Trinidad and Tobago
This list is based on an agreement concluded between the USPTO and the International Bureau.
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