How much does trademark registration cost over 10 years?

Amazing DX Support Team

What are the costs after trademark registration?

I understand that there are fees at the time of application and registration, but after registration, are there maintenance fees?

Renewal of trademark right is every 10 years, so once the registration fee (for 10 years) is paid to the JPO, there is basically no maintenance fee until the renewal procedure after 10 years.

I see. I’d like to know more about it.

Key points

・Trademark renewal is every 10 years.
・If you pay the registration fee (for 10 years) to the JPO, there is basically no maintenance fee until the renewal after 10 years.
・Amazing DX is inexpensive, and a leading IP law firm serves as your attorney, so no worries!

Trademark renewal is every 10 years.

Fees for trademark registration can be divided into two categories: fees at the time of application and fees at the time of registration. (For details, please refer to the following page)

The costs for trademark registration and how are they broken down in Japan

Regarding the fees required after registration, the system differs from that of patents and designs. Trademarks are not subject to annual registration fees, but if a registration fee (for 10 years) is paid to the JPO at the time of trademark registration, the trademark right basically lasts for 10 years and no maintenance fee is required until the time of renewal procedures after 10 years.
When renewing a trademark right, if a renewal registration fee (for 10 years) is paid to the JPO, there is basically no maintenance fee until the next renewal procedure after 10 years.
Therefore, considering that the duration of the right is 10 years (renewal is possible), it may be considered inexpensive.

On the other hand, it is possible to pay the trademark registration fee and renewal registration fee in two installments of 5 years each if desired. However, in the case of payment in installments, Official fee is set at a higher rate, and basically, Attorney’s fee will also be charged according to the number of times the payment is made. (See examples of fees below).
Therefore, if you plan to use your trademark for a long period of time, it is recommended that you pay for 10 years.
On the other hand, if you do not know whether you will use the trademark for a long period of time (more than 5 years), you may pay the first 5 years’ fees at the time of trademark registration and consider whether to pay the second 5 years’ fees after 5 years, before the deadline for payment of the second 5 years’ fees.

[Reference] Basically, the term of a trademark right is 10 years (renewal is allowed), but if the second five-year term is not paid in installments, the trademark right is deemed to have expired five years prior to the expiration of the term (Article 41-2(6) of the Trademark Law).

[Reference] In principle, an application for renewal of a trademark right must be filed between six months prior to the expiration of the duration of the trademark right and the date of expiration (Article 20(2) of the Trademark Law). If the application for renewal cannot be filed within this period, it is still possible to file a renewal application within six months after the expiration of the term, but in this case, in addition to the regular registration fee, a surcharge of the same amount as the registration fee must be paid (Articles 20(3) and 43(1) of the Trademark Law).

Example of Amazing DX fees (for foreign clients)

Let’s take a look at the actual fees for registration and renewal.
The following is an example of Amazing DX fees for one class. (including Official fee and Attorney’s fee)

In the case of a lump-sum payment for 10 years

In the case of payment for 5 years in two installments

<Reference> Example of Amazing DX application fee for one class (including Official fee and Attorney’s fee)

*The above is an example of costs for one class, and the amount will vary depending on the number of classes.
*If any correspondence is required for examination or appeal, etc., additional fees will be incurred.
*If you wish to conduct a trademark search for registration possibility before filing an application, Amazing DX offers a simple trademark search service free of charge.

<Reference> Official fee

*The above Official fees are for April 1, 2022 and thereafter. For details on Official fees and other information, please visit the JPO website.

[Reference] As shown above, Official fee varies depending on the number of classes. If there is a class that is not needed at the time of registration or renewal, it is possible to reduce the cost by reducing the number of class.
If you wish to add a new class, you will need to file a new application for the class designated goods and services you wish to add.

Amazing DX is inexpensive, and you can rest assured that you will be represented by HARAKENZO WORLD PATENT & TRADEMARK with a proven track record and a wealth of experience. Please do not hesitate to contact us.

I see! Trademark renewal is every 10 years, and it is inexpensive, considering it over 10 years. Amazing DX is both inexpensive and reliable.

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