PCT APPLICATIONS IN RUSSIA
Three easy steps to file a PCT application in Russia:
- Submit your filing instructions along with the PCT application number
- Complete and forward a scanned copy of the signed Power of Attorney to us;
- After issuance of invoice we proceed with the filing.
Applying for the national phase of PCT applications is a recognized way to obtain patent protection in Russia.
It is mandatory for the foreign applicants to interact with the Patent Office through Russian Patent Attorneys registered with Rospatent.
- PCT invention applications undergo the same examination process as national patent applications which includes an initial formal examination followed by a substantive examination.
- A PCT application is considered equivalent to a duly filed Russian national application.
- A Russian translation of the PCT application can be submitted after filing the initial application, within a 3 months window from the date of receipt of the corresponding examination request.
- After filing, the applicant has the right to correct the claim text in accordance with the original PCT claim.
Questions and Answers:
What is the time limit for filing a PCT application in Russia for the national phase?
The deadline for entering a PCT phase in Russia is 31 months from the priority date. The priority period is supposed to be counted from the earliest priority of the application. If the application has no priority claim, the period is counted from the international filing date.
What is the time limit for filing a PCT application in Russia for the national phase?
The deadline for entering a PCT phase in Russia is 31 months from the priority date. The priority period is supposed to be counted from the earliest priority of the application. If the application has no priority claim, the period is counted from the international filing date.
Can the time limit for filing the PCT application in Russia be restored to the national phase?
Yes, the applicant can restore their rights within 12 months by submitting a petition explaining the reason for missing the deadline. The official fee charged for reinstatement is 5,000 rubles.
What is the time limit for filing a petition for substantive examination?
The request for substantive examination must be filed within 3 years from the international filing date.
What is required to file a PCT application in Russia?
- Pay the filing fee;
- Submit a request to the Russian Patent Office. (Our firm handles this electronically through a Rospatent’s specialized service).
What are the official fees for filing a PCT application in the national phase in Russia?
The official fee for filing a PCT application in Russia is 3300 RUR (~36 USD) for the first 10 claims + 700 RUR (~8 USD) for each additional claim over 10.
The official substantive examination fee is 12500 RUR (~136 USD) + 9200 RUR (~100 USD) for each additional claim over 1. This fee is reduced by 10% if the international search report is included with the application materials