Differences in Translation for Dates USA Europe

When talking about dates, it is important to understand the differences between American and European translations.

In the US, the month is placed before the day, while in Europe, the day is placed before the month.

To complicate things further, Europeans also sometimes add the year before the month and day.

Understanding these differences is essential for successful communication between people from both sides of the Atlantic, especially at the time of filing.

In this blog post, we’ll go into more detail about the differences between American and European translations of dates, as well as why it’s important to be aware of them in case you need a correction of translation error.

The American date format

When filing for a patent in the United States, it is important to understand the American date format and how it differs from the European format.

When using English translations of foreign applications, documents, or other materials, it is essential to use the American date format or the application may be rejected by the Receiving Office.

The American date format requires that dates be written as month/day/year, such as “11/20/2019.”

In certain cases, this is particularly important for an application subject to the 12-month statutory time periods under 35 U.S.C. 119 or 365(d).

In this case, the time of filing must be determined based on the American date format in order to comply with all the requirements in paragraphs (a)(2)(i), (a)(2)(ii), and (a)(2)(iii).

In some instances, foreign applications submitted in a non-English language must include an English translation for processing at the time of filing.

This can lead to errors in translating dates if the American date format is not used. If a correction of translation error is necessary, then the applicant must submit a certificate of correction within two months from the time the error was discovered.

For example, if a valid US-issued rabies vaccination certificate is filed in a foreign language, then a certified English translation of the document must also be provided.

If a mistake is made in the translation of the date, then the applicant must provide a certificate of correction of translation error within two months of discovering the error.

In conclusion, understanding and correctly applying the American date format is vital when submitting applications and documents with the requirement in paragraphs to a US office.

It is important to follow all applicable timing requirements and ensure accuracy in English translations based on the timing requirements.

Failure to do so could result in delays in the processing of your application or even its rejection by the Receiving Office.

The European date format

When filing applications with a Receiving Office, it is important to follow the European date format for all non-English language foreign applications at the time of filing.

This is to avoid any correction of translation errors that may arise in the process. If an incorrect translation of a date is detected, the applicant must submit a certificate of correction to the Receiving Office and meet any additional requirements set forth by the Receiving Office.

Additionally, if filing a valid US-Issued rabies vaccination certificate in a foreign country, it is important to remember that certain 12-month statutory time periods begin at the time of filing, and thus must be translated into the European date format to meet the requirement in paragraphs.

Not doing so at the time of filing may cause difficulties in timing requirements and should be avoided.

Why the difference exists

The difference between American and European translations of dates exists primarily due to the English translation of foreign applications.

In the filing of applications in a foreign country, there are often additional requirements that must be met in order for the foreign application to be accepted.

For example, if the application subject is an animal such as a dog or cat, the Receiving Office in a foreign country may require a valid US-Issued rabies vaccination certificate for such an application subject.

In addition, some Receiving Offices also require a 12-month statutory time period after the time of filing the application or may require other additional requirements found in their respective paragraphs or timing requirements.

In addition, when a non-English language foreign application is filed, a certified translation of the document must be provided to the Receiving Office along with any applicable requirements.

If the date format is not correct, the Receiving Office may request a correction of the translation error, with a certificate of correction accompanying the corrected translation. You must know the languages spoken in the USA.

Therefore, to avoid delays and potential denial of the application, it is important to know and understand the differences between American and European translations of dates when filing a foreign application.

When to use each format

It is important to know when to use each format of date, American and European, in order to ensure accuracy in translation.

In the English translation of a foreign country’s applications, the filing of applications should adhere to the American date format.

This is especially true when filing applications with the Receiving Office of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) because they require applications to be in this specific format.

For example, if an application subject is a non-English language foreign application, a correction of translation error must be filed along with a certificate of correction in the American date format.

When dealing with valid US-Issued rabies vaccination certificates, 12-month statutory time periods and additional requirements for the timing of filing, the European date format is often used.

For example, if an application has a requirement in paragraphs that states a date in the European date format, then it must also be submitted in that same format.

Tips for remembering which format to use

When applying to a foreign country with various requirements in paragraphs, it is important to remember the differences between American and European translations of dates.

In many cases, the English translation of the date in a foreign application can have different implications than what was intended in the original language.

To avoid any confusion or errors, there are a few tips to keep in mind:
– When filing an application, be sure to use the appropriate date format for the Receiving Office (e.g. US vs. EU).

– If a correction of a translation error needs to be made, a certificate of correction should be submitted with the application.

– If submitting valid US-issued rabies vaccination certificates, be sure to use the correct date format, as different countries may have different requirements.

– Always review any 12-month statutory time periods to ensure accuracy and correct timing requirements.

– Be mindful of any additional requirement in paragraphs related to the timing of filing a non-English language foreign application.