Algeria
Filing Requirements
1. Power of attorney in French, simply signed.
2. 4 copies of the specifications in English with Arabic translation.
3. 4 sets of drawings.
4. Deed of assignment from the inventor(s), simply signed.
5. Copy of PCT Request.
6. Copy of International Publication.
7. Copy of International Search Report.
8. Copy of International Preliminary Examination Report (if available).
Items 5-8 as well as a copy of the specifications must be submitted at the time of filing. Documents 1-4 may be submitted within 2 months from filing date.
Time Limits
Under PCT Chapter I: 31 months from the priority date.
Under PCT Chapter II: 31 months from the priority date.
Annuities
A maintenance fee is due annually on the anniversary of the international filing date and is payable before the granting of the patent. There is a 6-month grace period for late payment with a surcharge.
Protection Term
The term of protection is 20 years from the international filing date.
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