Notice of Allowance and Patent Granting in Hong Kong
Upon receiving a Notice of Allowance, you should pay the required granting fees. After this payment, the patent will be officially published and granted, thereby securing your exclusive rights
Upon receiving a Notice of Allowance, you should pay the required granting fees. After this payment, the patent will be officially published and granted, thereby securing your exclusive rights
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Notice of Allowance and Patent Granting in Hong Kong
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does patent granting in Hong Kong mean?
Patent granting is the official process by which the Hong Kong Intellectual Property Department (HKIPD) formally approves a patent application, giving the applicant exclusive rights to the invention.
What types of patents can be granted in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong grants Standard Patents, which are re-registrations of patents granted in China, the UK, or the European Patent Office, and Original Grant Patents (OGP), which are examined and granted directly by the HKIPD.
How long does it take to get a patent granted in Hong Kong?
The timeframe varies: Standard Patents are generally granted faster since they rely on foreign examination, while OGPs undergo substantive examination locally and may take several years.
What are the main criteria for a patent to be granted in Hong Kong?
The invention must be new, involve an inventive step (non-obvious), and be capable of industrial application.
Is substantive examination required for all patents in Hong Kong?
No, Standard Patents do not undergo substantive examination in Hong Kong. Only Original Grant Patents are subject to formal and substantive examination by the HKIPD.
What happens after a patent is granted in Hong Kong?
Once granted, the patent is published in the official journal, and the patent owner has exclusive rights for up to 20 years, subject to paying annual renewal fees.
Can the patent grant be challenged after it is issued?
Yes, third parties may file oppositions or invalidation actions to challenge the validity of a granted patent within prescribed timeframes.
What languages are accepted for patent applications and grants in Hong Kong?
Applications can be filed in either English or Chinese, and patents are granted in the language of filing.
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Copy of Notice of Allowance and Patent Granting in Hong Kong
Obtaining a granted patent is a major milestone for inventors and companies aiming to protect their innovations. In Hong Kong, the patent granting process depends on the type of patent sought and follows a structured legal framework managed by the Hong Kong Intellectual Property Department (HKIPD).
What is Patent Granting?
Patent granting is the formal approval of a patent application after examination, confirming that the invention meets legal requirements such as novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability. Once granted, the patent holder gains exclusive rights to use, license, or enforce the invention in Hong Kong.
Understanding the Patent Granting Process in Hong Kong
Hong Kong offers two main patent routes:
- Standard Patent (Re-registration Route) – Involves re-registering a granted patent from China, the UK, or the European Patent Office (designating the UK).
- Original Grant Patent (OGP) Route – A direct application examined and granted by the HKIPD.
Standard patents do not undergo substantive examination in Hong Kong, as they rely on the original granting authority. In contrast, OGP applications are subject to formal and substantive examinations before grant.
Key Steps in Patent Granting Action in Hong Kong
- Filing the Application: Submit the application through the chosen route (Standard or OGP).
- Formal Examination: HKIPD checks for compliance with formal requirements.
- Substantive Examination (OGP only): The invention is examined for novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability.
- Publication: Applications are published, allowing third-party observations.
- Grant Decision: If requirements are met, the patent is granted and published in the official journal.
- Maintain the Patent: Annual renewal fees are required to keep the patent in force.
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