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§ 16.3 Partial Refund - Appendix T Patent Cooperation Treaty
§ 16.3 Partial Refund
Where the International Searching Authority takes into account, under Rule 41.1, the results of an earlier search in carrying out the international search, that Authority shall refund the search fee paid in connection with the international application to the extent and under the conditions provided for in the agreement under Article 16(3)(b).
Rule 16bis
Extension of Time Limits for Payment of Fees
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