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Historical PDF editionMPEP Ninth Edition, Revision 01.2024

MPEP Chapter 500 — Receipt and Handling of Mail and Papers

Receipt, handling, and timing of mail and papers filed with the USPTO.

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About this document

This page indexes an official USPTO reference PDF from the MPEP Ninth Edition, Revision 01.2024 collection. It is provided for convenient discovery and download. For the latest applicable USPTO guidance, use the official source linked on this page.

What this document covers

  • Filing dates
  • Mail processing
  • Paper handling