How Much Does a Trademark Cost? USPTO Fees Explained

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Updated November 1, 2026

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Quick answer: The main USPTO cost is a base application fee charged per class of goods or services, plus possible surcharges. Since January 18, 2025, the base application is $350 per class, with surcharges for things like free-form descriptions. Attorney fees, if you hire one, are extra and vary.

Trademark costs come in three buckets: government fees at filing, government fees later (for intent-to-use filings and maintenance), and optional professional fees.

USPTO filing fees (since Jan. 18, 2025)

Fee	Amount	When it applies
Base application	$350 per class	Every application
Insufficient information surcharge	$100 per class	If required information is missing at filing
Free-form text surcharge	$200 per class	If you write your own description instead of choosing ID Manual entries
Each additional 1,000 characters	$200 per class	Long custom descriptions

Fees are set by the USPTO and do change. Check the USPTO fee page before you file.

Fees after filing

Intent-to-use applications pay additional fees to file a statement of use (and for any extensions). Every registration also has maintenance filings, starting between the 5th and 6th year and then every 10 years, each with its own USPTO fee.

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Professional fees

Trademark attorneys and online filing services charge on top of USPTO fees. Pricing models include flat fees for a search and application, and hourly billing for office actions. Ask what is included, especially whether responding to an office action costs extra.

Ways to keep costs down

Search thoroughly before filing to avoid paying for a doomed application.
Use pre-approved ID Manual descriptions to avoid surcharges.
File only in the classes you actually use or plan to use.

This guide is general information, not legal advice. Trademark rules and fees change; confirm current details on the USPTO website or with a licensed attorney.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to trademark a name?

At the USPTO, the base cost is $350 per class of goods or services as of the January 2025 fee rule, plus any surcharges. If you hire an attorney, add their fee.

Is the trademark fee per class?

Yes. USPTO application fees are charged for each class of goods or services listed in the application.

Are there renewal fees?

Yes. Registrations must be maintained with filings between years 5 and 6 and every 10 years, each with a USPTO fee.