Singapore: Licensing & Syndication

Singapore's Intellectual Property Office has extended its Patent Prosecution Highway pilot with China through 2031 and made its PPH program with France permanent...

The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore has extended its fee-waiver initiative for patent examination requests by one year, allowing eligible applicants additional time to file search and examination requests without incurring official extension fees. This extension provides patent holders with greater flexibility to align their Singapore prosecution strategy with international portfolio management and commercial developments through August 2027.

The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore has unveiled significant enhancements to its Patent Prosecution Highway programmes, introducing faster examination timelines, streamlined payment processes, and clarified amendment procedures. These changes aim to reduce administrative burdens and costs while providing greater certainty for patent applicants seeking accelerated examination in Singapore.