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Vietnam: Notice on the Unified Application of the International Patent Classification Version 2025.01

The Intellectual Property Office of Vietnam (IPVN) has issued Notice No. 4031/TB-SHTT dated December 26, 2024, regarding the unified application of the International Patent Classification (IPC) version 2025.01. This version, adopted under the Strasbourg Agreement on the International Patent Classification, will be officially implemented in Vietnam starting January 1, 2025.

Key Updates and Implementation Details

  1. Publication of IPC Version 2025.01
    The IPC version 2025.01 has been published on the IPVN’s electronic information portal, ensuring accessibility to applicants and other stakeholders. This initiative aligns Vietnam with international standards and practices in patent classification.
  2. Regulatory Basis for Application
    The application of the IPC version 2025.01 adheres to Appendix I – Part II of Decree No. 65/2023/ND-CP, dated August 23, 2023. This decree details several articles and measures for implementing the Law on Intellectual Property, specifically concerning industrial property, rights protection, and state management of intellectual property.
  3. Applicant’s Responsibilities
    • Classification Requirement: Starting January 1, 2025, applicants must specify the classification index of their technical solution according to the IPC Classification Table version 2025.01. This includes the full classification, covering part, class, subclass, and group (main group or subgroup).
    • Correct Classification: In cases where applicants fail to classify or misclassify their technical solution, the IPVN will undertake the classification. However, applicants will be required to pay the prescribed classification fee.

Any challenges encountered during the application process should be promptly reported to the IPVN through the Industrial Property Information Center for resolution. This ensures a streamlined process and addresses concerns efficiently.

Enhancing Compliance with International Standards

The adoption of IPC version 2025.01 demonstrates Vietnam’s commitment to harmonizing its intellectual property framework with global standards. By aligning with the latest IPC version, the country aims to enhance transparency, accuracy, and efficiency in patent classification, benefiting both applicants and the broader intellectual property ecosystem.

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