USPTO Boosts Fast-Track Patents to 20,000 for Inventors
Published Date: 7/8/2025
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Good news for inventors! The USPTO is raising the yearly cap on fast-tracking patent reviews from 15,000 to 20,000 requests. This means more people can speed up their patent applications starting October 1, 2024, helping ideas get protected quicker without extra fees.
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More Fast-Track Patent Slots
If you apply for a U.S. patent, the USPTO will accept up to 20,000 prioritized examination requests in a fiscal year (October 1 to September 30) instead of 15,000. This change starts October 1, 2024 and allows up to 5,000 more applicants each year to speed up their patent reviews without extra fees.
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