Direct your questions regarding filing applications electronically to the Electronic Business Center at 8662179197. Here you'll find what you need to know if you know nothing about patents.We'll take you from "What is a patent?" to assistance with the application process. You can file the application, forms, documents, and pay fees online on the USPTO official site. Some patent agents are actually more competent than patent attorneys in drafting patents. Obtaining a patent is a long process; from the date a patent application is filed to the date a patent is issued can take two to six years or more. (73) Filing an application without an attorney is possible, but even with some guidance it is definitely not without its challenges. Federal law governs patent rights and the process for obtaining a patent. Through our global partners, we are also able to file patent applications in each individual country where patent protection is needed.