Why does MPEP 602.07 refer to MPEP § 1893.01(e)?

MPEP 602.07 refers to MPEP § 1893.01(e) because the latter section provides more detailed information about oaths or declarations filed in the United States as a designated office. The full text of MPEP 602.07 states:

See MPEP § 1893.01(e).

This reference indicates that MPEP § 1893.01(e) contains comprehensive guidance on the requirements, procedures, and considerations for oaths or declarations in the context of international applications entering the national phase in the United States. Patent practitioners and examiners should consult this section for specific instructions and requirements related to oaths or declarations in PCT applications designating the USPTO.

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Topics: Patent Law, Patent Procedure
Tags: PCT applications