The Singapore Patent Law has been amended with effect from 1 July 2004, with the aim of providing a more balanced and efficient system for patent applicants. Changes of particular significance are summarised below.
· The introduction of new two-track system for examination of patent applications, and changes to the prescribed deadlines;
· Removal of the requirement to furnish a copy of the priority document(s), unless specifically requested by Registrar;
· Prompt publication of patent applications after 18 months from earliest priority date;
· The introduction of more stringent conditions for grant of a patent;
· The possibility of Patent Term Extension;
· The possibility of post-grant search and examination;
· Changes to the enforceability of patent rights;
· Amendments to the grounds on which a patent can be revoked;
· An increase in certain of the official fees, and the introduction of further official fees.
For more details, please click on the following link :-
Singapore Patents (Amendment) Rules 2004 (DEAD LINK - please contact admin@lysaght.co.uk)