Invitation For Omission Of Information From International Publication {PCT-IB-384}

PCT/IB/384, REQUEST FOR OMISSION OF INFORMATION FROM INTERNATIONAL PUBLICATION AND/OR PUBLIC FILE ACCESS (PCT Rules 48.2(l) and 94.1(e)). This form is for requesting the omission of information from the international publication of the application and/or public file access, as permitted under PCT Rules 48.2(l) and 94.1(e). PCT Rule 48.2(l) allows applicants to request the omission of certain information from the international publication of their application if its publication would be prejudicial to national security or public order, or if its publication would be contrary to morality or to the legitimate interests of the applicant. Similarly, PCT Rule 94.1(e) allows applicants to request that certain information be withheld from public inspection if its disclosure would be prejudicial to national security or public order, or if its disclosure would be contrary to morality or to the legitimate interests of the applicant. The PCT/IB/384 form is used to make such requests, and it must be filed with the International Bureau of WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization) within a certain time period from the priority date of the application. The form requires the applicant to provide information about the requested omission(s) and the legal basis for the request, as well as supporting documents and a fee payment. www.FormsWorkflow.com