Single-multi-claims are still accepted in Japan. Since April 1, 2022, multi-multi-claims are prohibited in Japan, with no exceptions. Violation constitutes a reason for rejection, but not a reason for invalidation or revocation.What is a Multi-Multi-Claim?Multi-claim: A claim that cites two or more

The applicant will receive a First Office Action about 9 months on average from the filing of a Request for Substantive Examination. All applications: 9.1 months Accelerated examination: 2.3 months (similar for PPH) Super-accelerated examination: 0.8 months1. Average period until First ActionIn Jap

Examination Stage: If you request before the deadline, extension is available up to 3 months (2 + 1 months); if you request after the deadline, only a 2-month extension is available. Response to a Decision of Rejection: A deadline for filing an appeal against a Decision of Rejection is not extendab

Brief Summary Filing an appeal against a Decision of Rejection is often effective for important applications The success rate of appeals against Decisions of Rejection was 78% in 2024 In about one-third (33%) of appeals without amendments, the applications were allowed without any further Office Act