The short answer
Section 15 of the Bangladesh Patent Act, 2023 requires applicants with foreign filings to give the DPDT their foreign application details and reports. Do it at filing or within 90 days; translations can add up to 60 days; update every 6 months until the foreign office grants or refuses. Non-compliance means the Bangladesh application is deemed refused.
Documents to submit
a
Statement
Details of the foreign application.
b
Reports
Any examination or search report.
c
Grant
A copy of the granted patent.
d
Refusal
A copy of any refusal order.
e
Withdrawal
Notice of withdrawal or abandonment.
f
Other orders
Cancellation, invalidation, amendment or court orders.
Timing and updates
| Requirement | Timeline | Consequence |
|---|---|---|
| Submit the documents | At filing or within 90 days | Application deemed refused |
| Translation time | Up to 60 more days from the Director General | No submission means refusal |
| Status updates | Every 6 months until grant or refusal abroad | Application deemed refused |
| Publication of updates | DPDT website | Public record |
The only excuse the Act recognises is a reason beyond the applicant's control. Pending applications filed before the Act should comply too.
Section 15 questions
What is Section 15?
The duty to disclose foreign counterpart applications and their outcomes to the DPDT.
What is the deadline?
At the time of filing in Bangladesh or within 90 days after.
Can I get extra time?
Yes, up to 60 days to translate foreign documents.
Does the DPDT publish the updates?
Yes, on its official website.
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