Hague System - USPTO Modifies Its Individual Designation Fees

December 2, 2024

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced modifications to its individual designation fees under the Hague System. These changes will take effect on January 19, 2025.


 

When designating the United States of America in an international application, the individual designation fees will be adjusted as follows. The same amounts apply to both the first and second parts, with payment required for each part separately:

  • Default amount: 1,150 Swiss francs
  • Small entities: 460 Swiss francs
  • Micro entities: 230 Swiss francs

These updated amounts will apply to international applications designating the United States of America with an international registration date on or after January 19, 2025.

Tip! For more about the laws and procedures in the USA, visit our Hague System Member Profiles.

Download Information Notice No. 2024/15

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