For entrepreneurs and businesses looking to protect their brand, knowing how much it costs to trademark in Hong Kong is a critical first step. Trademark registration ensures exclusive rights to your brand, logo, or slogan, helping safeguard your intellectual property and strengthen your market presence.

Official Government Fees

The Intellectual Property Department (IPD) in Hong Kong sets the official fees for trademark registration:

Filing Fee: HKD 2,000 for the first class of goods or services.
Additional Classes: HKD 1,000 per extra class.

A “class” is a grouping of goods or services in which your trademark is registered. That’s why firstly you have to be sure that your products or services fall into the right group because the rights you get will only be valid for those categories parties registered.

Professional Service Fees

Though there are no restrictions that may prevent a business from filing a trademark on its own, they still choose the assistance of a professional to be able to do the same swiftly and correctly. The services of a trademark agent or a legal professional, such as a lawyer, can make the procedures much easier and faster, as they can help you with situation classifications, searching, and error prevention in the filing stage.

Typical professional fees: HKD 3,000–6,000 per class, depending on the complexity of the application.

Additional Costs

Renewals: HKD 2,000 per class every 10 years to maintain the trademark.
Opposition or Objection Handling: In case there is a judicial opposition to your petition, you are entitled to paying additional legal fees for the handling of the case.

In case of opposition, the official IPD fee is HKD 800, while legal representation fees vary depending on the case complexity.

Cost-Saving Tips

First off, check to see if the mark has already been taken so you won’t have conflicts.
Do not put your trademark into more classes than necessary for your business.
It is worth considering whether the work can be done more effectively if you entrust a reliable service provider to handle the filing and compliance for you.

For businesses seeking streamlined, professional support, One IBC Hong Kong provides expert guidance on trademark registration in Hong Kong, including cost estimates, class selection, filing, and ongoing management. Their services help ensure your trademark is registered correctly and protected for the long term, saving you time and minimizing risk.

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