Conversion from patent to petty patent and vice versa
In Thailand, applicants can convert their applications type during the formal examination stage between patents and petty patents.
Thailand’s target patent fast-track program
This program is for patent applications associated with creative inventions in the fields of medical sciences, public health and future food.
Accelerating patent examination in Thailand – Regional fast-tracks
The two regional Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) programs in place Thailand are with the JPO and amongst ASEAN patent offices.
Third party observations during patent prosecution in Thailand
Third party observations (TPOs) are an alternative approach to formal oppositions that allows third parties to submit comments anonymously.
E-certificates for patent, petty patent and design
The Thai Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) now issues e-certificates alongside physical certificates.
Deadlines adjustment for trademark and patent in Thailand due to COVID-19
Exceptional time extensions can be requested due to the global health crisis.
