TIPO Extends Fast-Track Patent Reexamination Scheme (AEPRe) for Another Year
The Taiwan Intellectual Property Office (TIPO) extended the AEPRe scheme for one year starting September 1, 2026. The average processing time for AEPRe cases is only 24.5 days, significantly faster than the usual 10 to 13 months, encouraging applicants to align their claims with initially approved scopes.
WISECODE Take
TIPO extended the AEPRe program for one year starting September 1, 2026. This is not a cure-all for all rejected patents, but a tactical compromise. The program slashes review time to 24.5 days, compared to the usual 10 to 13 months. However, it requires applicants to narrow their claims to what was already deemed patentable in the first review, similar to a coach adjusting tactics to secure a quick point in sports. If you aim for maximum coverage or faced total rejection initially, this does not apply to you. But for startups needing quick patents for financing, our patent portfolio health check can evaluate if this trade-off is worthwhile. First, review pending reexaminations; if the approved portion protects your core product, apply for AEPRe. Second, consider a phased approach: secure the defensive patent first, then file divisional applications for broader claims.
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