Singapore

Singapore

Launching fast track patent program

04 May 2020

On 4 May 2020, the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) launched the SG Patent Fast Track Program, which aims to expedite the application-to-grant process of patents in all technology fields to six months, compared to the typical duration of two years. This is a two-year program, which began on 4 May 2020, and is expected to end on 29 April 2022.

Nature of measure:
  • Facilitation
  • Other regulatory changes
Type:
  • Promotion and facilitation (Investment facilitation )
Inward FDI:
No
Outward FDI:
No
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