Notification Of Refund Of Fees Concerning Supplementary International Search {PCT-IB-381}

PCT/IB/381, NOTIFICATION OF REFUND OF FEES CONCERNING SUPPLEMENTARY INTERNATIONAL SEARCH (PCT Rules 45bis.2(d) and 45bis.3(d)). This form is used in the context of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) when a refund is made for fees paid for a supplementary international search. Under PCT Rules 45bis.2(d) and 45bis.3(d), if a supplementary international search request is not accepted, the fees paid for that search may be refunded. In such cases, the International Searching Authority will issue a Notification of Refund of Fees using a form that is specific to that authority. The purpose of the Notification of Refund of Fees is to inform the applicant or its agent that the fees paid for the supplementary international search will be refunded, and to confirm the amount that will be refunded. This notification is an important step in the international application process, as it allows the applicant to have an accurate understanding of the fees that are payable and helps to ensure that the applicant is not charged for services that are not provided. It is important to note that the criteria for refund of fees may vary depending on the International Searching Authority involved, and the specific circumstances of each case. Therefore, it is important to consult the relevant PCT rules and guidelines, and to communicate with the International Searching Authority involved to obtain accurate and up-to-date information on the refund procedures. www.FormsWorkflow.com