Tag: national phase

What is an International Search Authority? An International Search Authority (ISA) is a patent office that you choose to search for prior art relevant to…

Is national stage the only way a PCT application can enter the US? No, an alternative option to enter the US from a PCT application…

From China PCT to US national stage Chinese companies filing US national stage applications through their PCT applications need to be aware of a few…

What is the PCT national phase? A PCT application extends the deadline for filing utility patent applications in both the US and foreign countries. That…

Can an Assignee also be identified as an Applicant in a US national phase application? Yes, if the earliest filing date of the US national…

PCT Application: The Gateway to Obtaining Foreign Utility Patents Are you considering foreign utility patent protection? A Patent Cooperation Treaty application is a single utility…