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What are the costs to register a trademark?

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

2. Trademark Registration Costs 2.1. Filing Fee 2.2. Search Fee 3. Conclusion

Introduction

This response will outline the costs associated with registering a trademark in Kenya. The information provided is based on the Trade Marks Act, 2016 and the Trade Marks Rules, 2017.

Trademark Registration Costs

The cost of registering a trademark in Kenya is determined by the Trade Marks Act, 2016 and the Trade Marks Rules, 2017. The fees are payable to the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI).

2.1. Filing Fee

The filing fee for a trademark application is Ksh. 10,000 for a single class of goods or services. Section 10(1) of the Trade Marks Act, 2016 states that the filing fee is payable upon the filing of the application.

2.2. Search Fee

A search fee is payable to KIPI for conducting a search to determine if the proposed trademark is available for registration. The search fee is Ksh. 5,000 for each class of goods or services. Section 11(1) of the Trade Marks Act, 2016 states that the search fee is payable upon the filing of the application.

Conclusion

The cost of registering a trademark in Kenya is determined by the Trade Marks Act, 2016 and the Trade Marks Rules, 2017. The fees are payable to the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI). The filing fee is Ksh. 10,000 for a single class of goods or services, and the search fee is Ksh. 5,000 for each class of goods or services.