What is not required for entering into the National Phase of an International Application?

Entering the National Phase of an International Application under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) has specific requirements that a petitioner must satisfy. The primary focus of this process is on appropriately transitioning the international patent application into the national jurisdiction of a specific country or region.

The requirement for submission of a new application is not necessary when entering the National Phase because the applicant is essentially converting an existing international application into a national application. This leverages the original application, and no new submission is required; rather, the applicant must simply comply with the requirements of the specific national office, which may include translation, fee payment, and submitting any necessary declarations.

In contrast, other requirements, such as providing a translation of the application into the official language of the jurisdiction, paying national fees associated with the application, and possibly submitting an Oath or Declaration, are often mandated to ensure compliance with that country’s patent laws and regulations during this phase. Therefore, the correct understanding emphasizes that the transition does not necessitate the creation of a new application, but rather the continuation of the existing international application into a national context.