Form PTO / SB / 45 Maintenance Fee Transmittal Form

What Is Form PTO/SB/45?

This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office on March 1, 2013 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is the PTO/SB/45 form?
A: The PTO/SB/45 form is the Maintenance Fee Transmittal Form used by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Q: What is the purpose of the PTO/SB/45 form?
A: The purpose of the PTO/SB/45 form is to facilitate the payment of maintenance fees for patents.

Q: Who should use the PTO/SB/45 form?
A: The PTO/SB/45 form should be used by patent owners or their authorized representatives to make maintenance fee payments.

Q: What information is required on the PTO/SB/45 form?
A: The PTO/SB/45 form requires information such as the patent number, the fee amount, and the name and contact information of the payer.

Q: How can I submit the PTO/SB/45 form?
A: The PTO/SB/45 form can be submitted to the USPTO by mail or electronically through the USPTO's Electronic Filing System (EFS-Web).

Q: What happens if the maintenance fee is not paid using the PTO/SB/45 form?
A: If the maintenance fee is not paid using the PTO/SB/45 form, the payment may not be processed correctly and the patent may expire.

Q: Is the PTO/SB/45 form applicable to both patents and trademarks?
A: No, the PTO/SB/45 form is only applicable to patents. Trademarks have a different maintenance fee system.

Q: Is the PTO/SB/45 form required for every maintenance fee payment?
A: Yes, the PTO/SB/45 form is required for every maintenance fee payment made to the USPTO.