Formal examination and substantive examination are required.
no
20 years
The novelty grace period is 6 months before the filing date/priority date.
8-10 years
Formal examination and substantive examination are required.
- Grant fee: Pay the granted fee within 60 days after granted.
- Annuity: The starting date of the annual fee is the granted date, and the first annual fee is the annual fee for the first to fifth years.
Formal examination and substantive examination are required.
15 years
The novelty grace period is 12 months before the filing date/priority date.
no