Submitting a patent application is the first step to getting patent protection. Patent application forms can be found at the national patent office of each country. It is essential that you don’t reveal the invention before applying for a patent. Because your invention is no longer considered new, reveal too soon will reduce your chances of getting a patent.
How to know if your invention is new?
Before submitting an application, you must conduct a thorough patent search because the search will show you whether your invention is new or not, which will determine whether it is patentable. You can do your own search or hire a professional service business. Many national patent offices across the world are providing free online patent databases so you can conduct your own searches.
