EU trademark registration
Obtain legal protection for your brand across all 27 European Union member states through a single application filed with EUIPO. We support clients throughout the entire process, from preliminary trademark clearance searches to obtaining a European Union Trade Mark (EUTM) registration certificate.
27 EU member States
Trademark protection throughout all European Union member states.
We work with applicants worldwide
We represent both residents and non-residents of the European Union.
European trademark attorneys
Your application is handled by experienced European IP professionals.
Full registration support
From trademark clearance searches to obtaining your EUTM certificate.
Benefits of registering a trademark through EUIPO
- A single application filed with EUIPO in any official language of the European Union is sufficient to obtain protection throughout the EU.
- Official fees are paid only once in euros, without the need to file separate national applications in each country.
- Once registered, your trademark enjoys protection across the entire territory of the European Union.
- Trademark protection may subsequently be extended to other jurisdictions through the Madrid System.
- The trademark owner obtains exclusive rights to use the brand, prohibit unauthorized use by third parties, and license or franchise the trademark.
- If new countries join the European Union in the future, the protection granted by an EUTM will automatically extend to those member states.
In which countries is an EU trademark valid?
A European Union Trade Mark (EUTM) provides trademark protection simultaneously in all member states of the European Union. A registered EUTM is also a business asset, see Trademark valuation for business in the EU.
Who should consider EUTM registration?
- companies operating in multiple EU countries;
- exporters of goods and services;
- e-commerce businesses and marketplace sellers;
- technology companies and startups;
- owners of international brands;
- businesses planning expansion into the European market.
How does EU trademark registration work?
Trademark clearance search
We conduct searches for identical and similar trademarks in EUIPO databases, international trademark databases, and national trademark registers of EU member states.
Preparation of application documents
We determine the appropriate classes of goods and services under the Nice Classification, prepare all required documents, and develop the filing strategy.
Filing the application with EUIPO
We submit the application, pay official fees, and manage all further correspondence with EUIPO.
Formal examination
EUIPO examines the application for compliance with legal requirements, descriptiveness issues, and other absolute grounds for refusal.
Publication and opposition period
After publication, a three-month opposition period begins during which third parties may challenge the registration.
Registration certificate issuance
If no objections or obstacles arise, the applicant receives the European Union Trade Mark (EUTM) registration certificate.
Why is a trademark search important before filing?
A unitary EU trademark has one important characteristic: obstacles existing in even a single EU member state may result in refusal of the entire EUTM application.
A preliminary trademark search significantly reduces the risk of refusal and allows applicants to assess registration prospects in advance.
- searches in EUIPO databases;
- review of national trademark registers of all EU member states;
- searches in international trademark databases;
- analysis of identical and similar trademarks.
- a detailed legal report;
- an assessment of registration prospects;
- recommendations for minimizing risks;
- strategies for overcoming potential obstacles.
Trademark search cost: from EUR 149.
How long does EU trademark registration take?
| Stage | Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Formal examination | approximately 2 weeks |
| Opposition period | 3 months |
| Average registration period | 4-5 months |
If oppositions are filed or EUIPO issues official objections, the registration procedure may take longer.
What is an opposition?
After publication of a trademark application, any party that believes the registration may infringe its rights may file a reasoned opposition with EUIPO.
Opposition proceedings involve the exchange of legal arguments between the parties and may extend the overall registration timeline.
Our European trademark attorneys represent clients during opposition proceedings and help protect their right to register a trademark.
International trademark registration through the Madrid System
If your business plans to operate outside the European Union, trademark protection may be extended internationally through the Madrid System.
Переваги:
- one international application;
- the possibility to designate multiple countries;
- centralized portfolio management;
- reduced administrative costs;
- subsequent extension to additional countries.
Registration costs
Official EUIPO fees
First Class
Вартість послуги
EUR 850
Second Class
Вартість послуги
EUR +50
for the additional second class.
Each additional class
Вартість послуги
EUR +150
for the third and each subsequent class.
SION IP professional fees: from EUR 499.
Before commencing work, we calculate the total project cost and provide a detailed commercial proposal.
Can priority be preserved if the EUTM application is refused?
If an EUTM application is refused, it may, in certain circumstances, be converted into national trademark applications in individual countries while preserving the original filing date and priority.
Our specialists will assess whether such conversion is available and recommend the most effective strategy for further registration.
Planning to register your brand in Europe?
Submit your request, and SION IP specialists will evaluate your registration prospects, develop an optimal protection strategy, and calculate the cost of the procedure.
Frequently asked questions about EU trademark registration
How long is an EU trademark valid?
An EUTM registration lasts 10 years from the filing date. You can renew it as many times as you like, each time for another 10 years.
Do I need a search before filing?
No, it’s not required. But a preliminary search cuts the risk of refusal a lot and shows how likely registration is.
What if someone files an opposition against my application?
An opposition doesn’t mean automatic refusal. Our European trademark attorneys will build your legal position and represent you in the opposition proceedings at EUIPO.
Can I register an EU trademark if my brand is already registered elsewhere?
Yes, in some cases you can claim convention priority from an earlier application filed in another country.
Can a foreign company register a trademark in the EU?
Yes. Individuals and companies can apply from any country.
Can I extend protection to other countries later?
Yes. After you register in the EU, you can extend protection to other countries through the Madrid System.
How do I pick classes of goods and services?
Classes follow the Nice Classification. Our specialists will pick the right ones based on your business and brand strategy.
Which countries does an EUTM cover?
An EUTM protects your mark in all EU member states at once: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden. One EUIPO registration gives you exclusive rights across all of them.