Can two companies jointly apply for a patent?

Legal analysis: Yes. Patents can be jointly declared, and the ownership of patents belongs to the two companies, unless otherwise agreed. One party can apply for a patent by itself or entrust an agency to apply for a patent at the same time. The following are some suggestions on choosing a patent application agency in the process of entrustment: From the perspective of industry, it is better to choose a suitable agent to apply for a patent agency.

Legal basis: Decision of NPC Standing Committee on Amending the Patent Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) V. One article is added as Article 20: "The principle of good faith shall be followed when applying for patents and exercising patent rights. Do not abuse the patent right to harm the public interest or the legitimate rights and interests of others. " Abuse of patent rights, exclusion or restriction of competition, which constitutes a monopolistic behavior, shall be dealt with in accordance with the Anti-Monopoly Law of the People's Republic of China. "