FAQ
Q: Can I file an English version of my
application in China and follow up with a translation?
A: No, all filings in China must be in Chinese.
Q: My 30-month PCT date is tomorrow and
I don't have a Chinese translation of the application yet, what can
I do?
A: The Chinese Patent Office (SIPO) provides a two-month extension
from the 30-month PCT date to enter into Chinese National Stage with
a nominal fee. No petition needs to be filed for the
extension.
Q: What types of patents are there in
China?
A: There are three types of patents in China: invention, utility
model, and design. Invention and design patents are generally
similar to utility and design patents in the U.S. However,
utility model patents do not have a counterpart in the U.S.
For more information about the Chinese utility model system, please
read more
here.
