How to apply for a patent for external use

Legal analysis: 1. Consulting and verifying whether the invention can apply for a patent;

2. Formally entrust a patent agency;

3. The applicant shall provide the patent agent with the background information or relevant contents about the invention and creation, and the patent agent shall fully understand the contents of the invention and creation so as to write the patent protection application to the maximum extent.

Legal basis: Article 10 of the Patent Law of People's Republic of China (PRC), the patent application right and patent right can be transferred. Where a unit or individual in China transfers the right to apply for a patent or the patent right to a foreigner, foreign enterprise or other foreign organization, it shall go through the formalities in accordance with the provisions of relevant laws and administrative regulations. Where the right to apply for a patent or the patent right is transferred, the parties concerned shall conclude a written contract and register it with the patent administration department of the State Council, which shall make an announcement. The transfer of the right to apply for a patent or the patent right shall take effect from the date of registration.