On average, how much does a trademark cost?
As far as the INPI fees are concerned, you must first count 190 € for the filing of a trademark containing one class. Then for each additional class, you will have to pay 40 €. These fees must be paid at the time of filing. If applicable, the cost of the agent’s assistance will depend on the hourly rate and the complexity of the file. The average fee may be between €250 and €600 excl. tax for a basic filing, and more for a more complex file.
A renewal fee must then be paid every ten years, the amount of which is also progressive according to the number of classes. The basic cost is €290 for a trademark with one class of goods and services, then €40 per additional class. The basic cost is €290 for a trademark with one class of goods and services, then €40 per additional class.
These fees can be daunting for young creators for whom the issues of developing and protecting their company’s identity are crucial. It should be pointed out that some industrial property firms offer special “start-up” rates, and above all, there is a specific aid called SME funds which allows for partial reimbursement of the filing fees for VSEs/SMEs.
A renewal fee must then be paid every ten years, the amount of which is also progressive according to the number of classes. The basic cost is €290 for a trademark with one class of goods and services, then €40 per additional class. The basic cost is €290 for a trademark with one class of goods and services, then €40 per additional class.
These fees can be daunting for young creators for whom the issues of developing and protecting their company’s identity are crucial. It should be pointed out that some industrial property firms offer special “start-up” rates, and above all, there is a specific aid called SME funds which allows for partial reimbursement of the filing fees for VSEs/SMEs.
