Trademark Registration in the European Union
Overview of Trademark Protection in the EU
The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) manages EU trademarks, granting exclusive rights across all 27 EU member states with a single application. Unlike national trademarks, an EU trademark (EUTM) provides broad protection, making it a cost-effective solution for businesses targeting multiple European markets. hether you’re a start-up or an established enterprise, securing your trademark in the EU ensures you maintain full rights to your brand within the union and related territories.
Aspect
Details
Official Trademark Office
European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO)
Relevant Law
European Union Trademark Regulation (EUTMR)
Countries Covered
27 EU Member States and additional territories (such as Finland & Åland Islands)
Registration Period
10 years (renewable)
Renewal Requirement
Every 10 years
Trademark Examination
Formal examination + Substantive examination based on absolute grounds. EUIPO does not examine prior conflicting marks—third parties must actively oppose the application.
Opposition Period
3 months after publication.
Use Requirement
Must be used within 5 years of registration to maintain validity
Average Registration Time
6-8 months
Unique Aspects
– Covers all 27 EU countries with one application
– No need for prior national trademark registration
– Use in one EU state can maintain validity across the EU
Fixed registration prices. No surprises.
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The National Registration fee, starts at:
European Union
EUR 1450
Additional class
EUR 225
Trademark registration prices are per trademark and always include the local official authority fee and Trademarkhost services like…
- Identical check
- trademark assessment
- Risk analysis
- Strategy advice
- Classification analysis and specification
- Filling of Applications up to and including registration
- Certificate of registration
- First advice refusal and/or opposition
VAT: For EU members all prices are exclusive of VAT.
Aprox. Prices: These are indicative, non-binding, starting prices and the final cost may vary depending on your specific situation, including the number of classes, and any changes to official fees set by the relevant government authority.
International Registration system: If you are considering using the Madrid International Trademark System, please note that costs per country are typically lower compared to filing directly through national procedures. We’re happy to check whether this option is suitable for your specific case — just get in touch with us for a tailored quote.
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