Applications by non-residents.
Section 11
SEC. 11. Applications by non-residents.—Any person filing an application for patent who is not a resident of the Philippines must appoint an agent or representatives in the application for patent may be served. In the event of death, absence or inability of an agent or representative, a new agent or representatives must be appointed and notice thereof must be filed in the Office. Upon failure to maintain an agent or representative of record in this Office, service to the Director shall be deemed sufficient.