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Global Trademark Filing Cost & Route Optimizer

Official government fees for every major IP office, side by side with the WIPO Madrid System โ€” so you know your real budget before you file.

  • 100% Free to Use
  • Official 2026 Statutory Rates
  • Independent & Unbiased

How to calculate your trademark budget in 30 seconds

  1. 1Select your Home CountryWhere your business is legally established.
  2. 2Pick the Target CountriesEvery market where you want your brand protected.
  3. 3Adjust the Classes SliderBased on what you actually sell.

RateMark instantly calculates official government fees and reveals whether direct filing or the WIPO Madrid System saves you more money.

Official 2026 Statutory Rates โ€ข Verified: August 2026

Recommended for realistic budgeting

Adds a realistic professional-fee range on top of official government fees.

1

Your home base

The office of origin for your filing.

2

Target protection markets

Where should your brand be protected?

3

Number of Nice classes

Product and service categories you need.

1 class

Quick industry presets

e.g., Class 9 for Software, Class 25 for Apparel, Class 42 for SaaS/Tech

Optimal route

Save โ‚ฌ711 with direct filing for your selected jurisdictions

3 markets ยท 1 class ยท upfront fees

Direct national filings

One application per office

Cheaper Route

โ‚ฌ1,374

Official upfront government fees

Upfront filing
โ‚ฌ1,374
10-year renewal
โ‚ฌ1,386

WIPO Madrid System

One central international application

โ‚ฌ2,085

Official upfront government fees

Upfront filing
โ‚ฌ2,085
10-year renewal
โ‚ฌ2,062

Statutory fees verified for 2026. Sourced directly from official IP registries.

Official Trademark Databases

Check if your brand name is already registered across official national and international registers. These are the primary sources examiners and attorneys use for knockout clearance.

Preliminary knockout search only. Official registers assess identical and phonetic similarities. Always conduct full clearance before filing.

Before You Submit Your Application

A short pre-filing checklist to avoid the most common and most expensive mistakes.

  • Exact-Match Digital Assets

    Confirm matching .com domain and core social handles before filings enter public record.

  • Class Classification

    Verify goods and services under the Nice Agreement to avoid official re-classification surcharges.

  • Official Filing Portals

    Use official government portals or verified accredited filing representatives for your jurisdiction.

Next Steps: Choose How to Protect Your Brand

Select the filing route that matches your budget and requirements.

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International filing integration is currently in progress.

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Full legal counsel for complex portfolios and comprehensive clearance.

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LEGAL & AFFILIATE DISCLAIMER: RateMark.io and its operators operate strictly as an automated, independent informational search and cost estimation engine. We are not a law firm, do not employ attorneys, and do not provide legal, financial, or professional advice, representation, or trademark search opinions. Use of this website does not create an attorney-client relationship. All fee schedules, route comparisons (Direct vs. Madrid System), and 10-year projections are automated estimates for preliminary budgeting purposes only. Official statutory fees, classifications, and procedural requirements are determined solely by respective government IP offices (such as USPTO, EUIPO, UKIPO and WIPO) at the time of filing and are subject to regulatory updates and currency fluctuations. Professional attorney fee estimates represent generalized market ranges and do not constitute binding quotes. RateMark is provided 'as is' and 'as available' without warranties of any kind, and the operators accept no liability for any loss, damages, or decisions made based on these estimates. Always verify official rates with relevant IP authorities or consult qualified legal counsel before filing. RateMark may contain affiliate links and partner referrals; we may receive a referral commission at no additional cost to you if you purchase through our links. RateMark does not guarantee or assume liability for third-party services or legal professionals.