TIPO Releases English Translation of 2024 Patent Examination Guidelines: Part II, Chapters 1, 3, and 11 - 2026.03.24

To maintain consistency between the English translation and the current Patent Examination Guidelines, TIPO has released the updated English version for Part II, covering Chapter 1 (Written Description, Claims, Abstract, and Drawings), Chapter 3 (Patentability), and Chapter 11 (Extension of Patent Term).

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TIPO Releases English Translation of 2024 Patent Examination Guidelines: Part II, Chapters 1, 3, and 11

TIPO Releases 2025 Top 100 Patent Applicants - 2026.03.18

TIPO released its 2025 Statistical Rankings for Patent Applications and Grants. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) remained the top domestic applicant for invention patents for the tenth consecutive year, filing 1,485 applications. Among foreign applicants, Applied Materials of the United States retained the leading position with a record-breaking 1,088 applications. In the institutional categories, the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) remained the vanguard among research organizations with 328 filings, while National Cheng Kung University led the academic sector with 134 applications. Regarding patent grants, TSMC and Applied Materials secured the top spots for domestic and foreign entities, with 1,543 and 684 grants respectively.

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TIPO Launches New Patent Annuity Reduction Policy: One-Time Application for Multi-Year Continuous Eligibility- 2026.03.04

To enhance administrative efficiency, the Taiwan Intellectual Property Office (TIPO) has streamlined the application procedures for patent annuity reductions. This policy applies to two specific groups: (1) domestic and foreign businesses that meet the "Standards for Identifying Small and Medium-sized Enterprises," and (2) foreign educational institutions accredited by the Ministry of Education. Eligible patentees will now enjoy a more convenient process when applying for annuity reductions.

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TIPO Releases Updated 2024 Patent Examination Guidelines: Part II, Chapters 1, 3, and 11 - 2026.01.16

Taiwan Intellectual Property Office (TIPO) has released the 2024 updated versions of the Patent Examination Guidelines, specifically for Chapters 1, 3, and 11 of Part II. These updates provide essential guidance for practitioners to ensure compliance with the Patent Act.

Chapter 1: Written Description, Claims, Abstract, and Drawings
This chapter outlines the formal requirements for patent applications. It emphasizes the enablement requirement, ensuring that the description is detailed enough for a person skilled in the art to practice the invention. It also details the standards for claim clarity, conciseness, and support by the description.

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TIPO Releases Updated 2024 Patent Examination Guidelines: Part II, Chapters 1, 3, and 11