What if I can't afford to pay the annual patent fee?

Apply for reducing or delaying payment, and seek patent funding or support.

1. Application for reducing or postponing payment: According to the detailed rules for the implementation of the Patent Law of People's Republic of China (PRC), you can apply to the patent administration department of the State Council for reducing or postponing payment of patent fees. Help individuals reduce the pressure of patent fees when they are in financial difficulties, so as to better protect patent rights and interests.

2. Seek patent funding or support: Some organizations or institutions can provide patent funding or support, especially for patent projects with innovation and commercial potential. Consult relevant patent agencies, science parks, business incubators, science and technology departments or patent lawyers to find out whether there is a suitable patent funding plan to obtain financial support.