How long does it take to apply for a patent?

How long does it take to apply for a patent? The classification of patents is different, and the application time is different. For example, compared with other types of patents, the application is the simplest, usually four to five months, but if it is a practical patent, it takes about eight months. If it is an invention patent, the time will be longer, two to three years or even longer. And according to the different types of patent applications, the fees are different. The difficulty of passing is also different. After passing, you need to pay a fee, which is paid every year. If you find it troublesome to apply yourself, you can go to a special institution to let them apply, which can reduce some troubles. However, the above fees vary from place to place, depending on the local living standards and the prices set by state organs. In China, there are generally two ways to apply for a patent, one is to find an agency, and the other is to handle it personally by an individual or company. Because the cost of applying for a patent is still relatively high, many companies will choose to find an agency to apply, and some larger companies have their own legal departments to handle patent matters, which is the most reassuring. Briefly introduce the process of applying for patent. If you choose an agency to help you apply, you must first ask whether the product you want to apply for a patent meets the conditions and scope of the patent application and which patent category you belong to. If you consult, you'd better consult more than one. Then, after the agency company is determined, an entrustment agreement is signed to stipulate the rights and obligations of both parties. For the patent agency agreement, the confidentiality obligation must be clearly defined, and the punishment for not fulfilling the confidentiality obligation must be stipulated. The next step is technical disclosure, which needs to inform the patent agent of the process and content of patent production. Then determine the application plan, and then apply according to the process stipulated by the state.