Document completeness and compliance with regulations are crucial in the Patent registration process. If there are deficiencies in the documents or if certain requirements are not met, the Patent application may be considered withdrawn by the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP) in Indonesia. So, what steps should the applicant take next?
When a Patent application is considered withdrawn, the applicant will receive a “Notification of Patent Deemed Withdrawn” from DGIP, meaning that the application will not proceed further.
However, if the applicant wishes to continue the examination process, the applicant must immediately submit a “Request for Further Examination.” This request must be filed within a maximum of six (6) months from the issuance date of the Notification of Considered Withdrawal.
Additionally, the applicant must pay an additional fee of 50% of the application fee to submit the Request for Further Examination. After submission, the applicant will need to wait for a response from DGIP’s Formality Section, which will review the application and decide whether the Patent examination process can proceed.
Therefore, if you face challenges in completing the required documents or drafting a proper Patent application, it is highly recommended to consult with a trusted Patent Consultant to navigate this issue effectively. Otherwise, the applicant risks losing Patent rights and suffering financial losses, as the initial registration fees that have been paid will not be refunded (forfeited).
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