How Do You File An International Patent?
Residents of the United States wishing to file an international patent application must apply for a U.S. foreign filing license, check the suitability of the application with an International Search Report, file in the designated country, publish the application and pay application fees. The process is arduous and requires attention to detail. Before filing an international patent, familiarize yourself with international patent laws or hire a patent attorney. Obtain a U.S. foreign filing license. Apply for a foreign filing license with the U.S. Patent Office. All U.S. residents are required to apply for a foreign filing license before filing an international patent application in a foreign country. Contact the International Searching Authority (ISA) to have an International Search Report issued for your intended invention. You must complete this step no later than nine months after the filing of a first time application. It is done to check the suitability of your patent. File an indiv
