### Question
How does APPLICATION FOR PATENT define micro entity?


### Answer
Under *35 U.S.C. § 123*, **micro entity** is defined as:

> an applicant who makes a certification that the applicant—


(1) qualifies as a small entity, as defined in regulations issued by the Director

#### Citation:
  - *35 U.S.C. § 123*
  - Heading: **PART II-PATENTABILITY OF INVENTIONS AND GRANT OF PATENTS > CHAPTER 11-APPLICATION FOR PATENT**

