The second step is to file a complete patent application within 12 months of...
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Patent and Design renewal deadlines in South Africa
Failure to have a thorough understanding of renewal fee deadlines can have...
Patent Acceptance in South Africa
South Africa has a non-examining patent system, which means that once the...
Why You Should Do a Patent Search Before Applying
It is very important for applicants to do a patent search for similar...
Patent Search
The rights of a patent may only be conferred on the inventor if the invention...
Patent Registration in South Africa
Patent registrations may be granted to any invention that is new in all...