{"id":787,"date":"2023-08-15T10:33:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-15T02:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gbaiplawyer.com\/?p=787"},"modified":"2026-09-28T01:07:11","modified_gmt":"2026-09-27T17:07:11","slug":"how-to-enter-pct-national-phase-in-china","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gbaiplawyer.com\/fr\/how-to-enter-pct-national-phase-in-china\/","title":{"rendered":"Comment entrer dans la phase nationale du PCT en Chine ?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Entering the PCT national phase in China through CNIPA<\/strong> (China National Intellectual Property Administration) is essential for foreign inventors seeking patent protection in one of the world’s largest markets. Timely filing, accurate Chinese translations, and fee payments are critical to securing patent rights under Chinese law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide provides a complete step-by-step process, practical tips, and important deadlines for 2026 \u2014 whether you are entering the national phase from a PCT application or need to understand the CNIPA filing requirements, fees, and procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

National phase deadline<\/td>30 months from earliest priority date (32 months with grace period)<\/td><\/tr>
Governing body<\/td>CNIPA (China National Intellectual Property Administration)<\/td><\/tr>
Filing fee<\/td>RMB 900 (invention) \/ RMB 500 (utility model)<\/td><\/tr>
Substantive examination fee<\/td>RMB 2,500 (invention only, within 3 years of priority date)<\/td><\/tr>
Grace period surcharge<\/td>RMB 1,000 (for filing after 30 months)<\/td><\/tr>
Langue<\/td>Chinese translation required (full application)<\/td><\/tr>
Patent agent required<\/td>Yes \u2014 foreign applicants must appoint a registered Chinese patent agent<\/td><\/tr>
Total official fees (approx.)<\/td>RMB 3,450\u20134,000 (filing + publication + examination, excluding attorney fees)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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