Which document should be provided in English when applying for PPH?

When applying for the Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH), it is essential to provide the corresponding claims in English. This requirement is rooted in the PPH's goal to streamline the patent examination process by allowing applicants to leverage earlier favorable examination results from the Office of First Filing (OFF).

The corresponding claims, which outline the specific legal protections being sought, are critical for the examination process by the second patent office. The subsequent office needs to ensure that their examination aligns with the findings and conclusions reached by the first office. Providing the corresponding claims in English facilitates a clear understanding of what has been allowed or rejected, and the nuances involved in the initial examination.

Other documents, such as the full text of the application, previous office actions, or the examiner's final report, may not be required to be translated into English for the purpose of the PPH submission. Instead, the focus is on ensuring that the specific claims are communicated effectively, allowing for a more efficient patent examination process in the new jurisdiction.