Philippines
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PCT National Phase Entry

Deadline:	30 months*
Power of Attorney:	Yes
Assignments:	No
Language:	English
Translation Extension:	No
Excess Claims Fee:	Yes**
Examination Request:	Optional at filing or deferred
Country Notes:	* 31 months with extension fee payable. ** An amendment to reduce the claims may be submitted.

Direct Filing

Deadline:	12 months
Power of Attorney:	Yes*
Assignments:	No
Language:	English
Translation Extension:	No
Excess Claims Fee:	Yes**
Examination Request:	Deferred
Country Notes:	* Legalization or notarization is NOT required. Must be filed within two months from receipt of Office Action requiring submission of the same. ** An amendment to reduce the claims may be submitted. • A certified copy of the Priority Document is required at time of filing, along with its simple English translation (in case of non-English language). Late filing of the application is possible within six months from the date of filing the application but will result in a late fee, invoiced by the agent. • All English translations for non-English specifications are due at the time of filing, or late fees may be incurred.

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