To apply for a patent, you must file an application and pay required fees. You may wish to find a patent attorney or agent to help draft the description of the invention and claims, and any required drawings.

In this tutorial we have discussed the criteria for patentability, the different types of patents, and the process for filing provisional applications. In the next tutorial we will discuss timelines and costs in …

Dec 12, 2025 · A patent is a property right granted by the United States government, allowing the inventor to exclude others from making, using, or selling the invention for a limited time. Obtaining …

Apr 3, 2025 · Learn how to file a patent in the U.S. with this 2025 guide for inventors and startups. Understand each step in the patent application.

Nov 6, 2025 · Patent Center is available to all users for electronic filing and management of patent applications in a single unified interface. Patent Center features a training mode, which is a simulator …

Find out how to apply for and maintain a patent in the U.S., and learn about helpful resources.

Oct 17, 2025 · Patent Public Search The Patent Public Search tool is a new web-based patent search application that replaced internal legacy search tools PubEast and PubWest and external legacy …

If planning on filing your application yourself, see the Patent Application Guides for information on the required parts, form, and content of a patent application (MPEP § 600) for filing the type of patent …

Guide to a provisional patent application, which allows you to file without a formal patent claim, oath or declaration, or any information disclosure (prior art) statement.

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