TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

Registering a trademark in the United Kingdom requires filing an application to the UK Intellectual property office. This gives your brand the exclusive right to make use of that mark in the territory of the United Kingdom.

A registered trademark in the United Kingdom gives you the right to prosecute any third party, who makes use of your trademark without consent and importantly allows you to sell or license it.

UNITED KINGDOM TRADEMARK REGISTRATION FAQs

  • How do I register a trademark in the UK?

Our lawyers carry out an expert assessment of the emblem/logo/TM, ensuring it complies with the requirements. After that, our specialists collect, arrange the necessary documents (including statement of use) and submit the application for trademark registration. In the end of registration procedure, the certificate of registration would be delivered to you via courier service.

  • What happens if I don’t use the trademark after registration?

If the trademark is not in use for five years, it becomes invalid.

  • How long does it take for a trademark registration to be approved in the United Kingdom?

Trademark registration approval takes from 6 (six) months in the UK.

  • Is the NICE classification system in use in the UK?

Yes, the UK does.

  • Does the European Union Trademark apply in the United Kingdom?

Yes, the EUTM is fully effective in the United Kingdom.

  • What is the cost of trademark registration in the UK?

The total cost of trademark registration in the United Kingdom is from 547 USD. Price includes comprehensive review, registration service and registration certificate.

  • What can be registered in the UK?

The following can be registered as trademarks in the UK, they include words, sounds, illustrations, symbols, colors (a combination of any of the listed)

  • What can’t be registered in the UK?

Trademark registration must not: 

  • Be provocative in nature (I.e stir or depict violence).
  • Describe the goods or services it portrays (For example, a company producing shirts can’t be known as the “long sleeve shirt company”).
  • Mislead the public.
  • Be offensive (pornographic, racial, abusive or curse themes)
  • Look similar to national, state, international organizational emblems, flags or colors.
  • Be a 3D shape associated with your trademark.
  • Does registering a trademark in the UK cover other territories? 

UK registered trademarks covers the regions of England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, The Isle of Man and The Falkland Islands.

  • How long do UK trademark registrations last for?

A trademark registered in the UK is valid for 10 (ten) years.

  • What time will be suitable for me to renew my trademark registration?

Renewing your trademark registration in the UK is done every 10 years. Six (6) months prior to expiration and another grace period of 6 (six) months after expiration.

Benefits of UK trademarks' registration with Law&Trust International

  • Free consultation services.
  • No hidden fees for our services, all prices are stated out within the framework of specific tasks.
  • Experienced and qualified attorneys on deck.
  • Worldwide trademark registration services
  • Data protection (Confidentiality and legality).

The cost of trademark registration in the United Kingdom

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Country Comprehensive review Registration service Registration certificate Total
Trademark Registration in United Kingdom
First class, Word mark OR Logo
67.00 EUR
Additional class, Word mark OR Logo
67.00 EUR
First class, Word mark AND Logo:
134.00 EUR
Additional class, Word mark AND Logo
92.00 EUR
First class, Word mark OR Logo
480.00 EUR
Additional class, Word mark OR Logo
114.00 EUR
First class, Word mark AND Logo
No data
Additional class, Word mark AND Logo
No data
First class, Word mark OR Logo
No data
Additional class, Word mark OR Logo
No data
First class, Word mark AND Logo
No data
Additional class, Word mark AND Logo
No data
First class, Word mark OR Logo547.00 EUR
Additional class, Word mark OR Logo181.00 EUR
First class, Word mark AND Logo134.00 EUR
Additional class, Word mark AND Logo92.00 EUR
Obtaining a brokerage license in Great Britain
Comprehensive review
First class, Word mark OR LogoAdditional class, Word mark OR Logo
No dataNo data
Registration Request
First class, Word mark OR LogoAdditional class, Word mark OR Logo
No dataNo data
Registration Certificate
First class, Word mark OR LogoAdditional class, Word mark OR Logo
No dataNo data
Total
First class, Word mark OR LogoAdditional class, Word mark OR Logo
0 EUR0 EUR
Comprehensive review
First class, Word mark AND LogoAdditional class, Word mark AND Logo
No dataNo data
Registration Request
First class, Word mark AND LogoAdditional class, Word mark AND Logo
No dataNo data
Registration Certificate
First class, Word mark AND LogoAdditional class, Word mark AND Logo
No dataNo data
Total
First class, Word mark AND LogoAdditional class, Word mark AND Logo
0 EUR0 EUR

PHASES OF WORK

Step 1
Free Consultation *
During the free consultation, our experts will assist you in selecting the most optimal class under the ICGS
Step 2
Preliminary Check
Our lawyers will carry out an expert assessment of the emblem/logo/TM, ensuring it complies with the necessary requirements and the degree of resemblance between your trademark and already registered TM
Step 3
Payment
You can agree with us on the most convenient payment method
Step 6
Obtaining a Certificate
On request, the certificate of registration can be delivered to you via courier service
Step 5
Registration
The registrar reviews the application and attached documents; the procedure can be done without the client necessarily being present
Step 4
Submission of Documents
After completing a power of attorney, our specialists collect and prepare the necessary documents (including statement of use) and submit the application for trademark registration

Intellectual property law practice in figures

16
years in business
180
countries for registration of TM
3956
clients
448
registered TM and patents

Our clients on trademark registration