After completing the submission of paper-to-electronic application materials, applicants need to wait patiently for the review and final approval results of relevant institutions, which usually takes 2 to 3 months. During the waiting process, the applicant can inquire about the application process and approval results through the officially designated channels, and whether supplementary materials are needed.
Electronic patent application is a patent application submitted to China National Intellectual Property Administration in the form of compatible electronic documents. Patent electronic application can submit patent documents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including holidays, which provides great convenience for applicants. Patent electronic applications can be submitted directly by individuals and units, without going through an agency, as long as they apply for registration of electronic users.