Taiwan's Intellectual Property Office (TIPO) launched the Accelerated Examination Pilot Program for Female Invention Patent Applicants on July 1, 2025. Following a highly successful first year, the program has been officially extended for another year — from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.

The renewal adjusts only the program duration; all eligibility requirements and examination procedures remain unchanged, allowing applicants to proceed under the same familiar process.

Key Highlights

Rapid Turnaround: An average of just 44.2 days from application to examination result — significantly faster than the standard track, dramatically reducing time-to-protection.

Dedicated Channel: Exclusively for female invention patent applicants. No additional fees required — simply qualify under the program's eligibility criteria to apply for accelerated examination.

Proven Results: Strong participation and application growth in year one. TIPO's capacity assessment confirmed the program's sustainability, giving confidence to commit to another full year.

What This Means for Inventors & Businesses

For female inventors, R&D teams, or multinational businesses building a Taiwan patent portfolio, this program offers a rare 'fast-track to protection' window. Securing patent rights sooner directly strengthens negotiating leverage, accelerates investment and financing timelines, and sharpens competitive positioning at market entry.

If you or a female inventor in your team has innovative technology ready for protection, 2026–2027 is the ideal window to leverage this policy in Taiwan. We welcome the opportunity to discuss your application strategy and patent portfolio planning.