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Beyond the 6-month priority deadline, you can't add a foreign application under 44(d), but you can add a registration under 44(e). Depending on timing, adding a registration under 44(e) may require re-publication. See TMEP 806.(03)g about addition of 44(e)
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<b>Subject:</b> [E-trademarks] Section 44 Basis</font>
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<p class="x_MsoNormal">Is a Section 44 basis not available if the foreign application was filed more than six months ago but hasnt yet matured to registration?</p>
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