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Foreign trademark renewal system

Written by 弁理士 杉浦健文 | 2026/05/22

List of trademark renewal systems by major countries/regions

Country/Region Update period Renewal application deadline Grace period Renewal fee (estimated USD) Required documents Certification of use Online application Local agent Language requirements
America After 5-6 years (Section 8)
After 9-10 years (Section 8&9)
Every 10 years thereafter		 For 5-6 years after registration
For 9-10 years after registration		 6 months after each deadline
(additional fee required)		 Section 8: $325/class
Section 9: $325/class
Late fee: $100-200		 Section 8&9 combination application form
Certificate of use
Continued use declaration form		 Required
(Specimen submission)		 Available
(TEAS system)		 Required
(U.S. Attorney)		 English only
Canada Every 10 years 6 months before the deadline -
6 months after the deadline		 6 months after deadline Online: $435/1st class
$135/additional class
Other: $545/1st class		 Renewal application form
Proof of fee payment		 Not required Available
(preferential rate)		 Recommended
(Not required)		 English or
French
Mexico Every 10 years 6 months before the deadline -
6 months after the deadline		 6 months after deadline
(25% additional charge)		 $130/class
When delayed: $162/class		 Renewal application form
Declaration of use
Proof of fee payment		 Oath only
(certificate not required)		 Available
(IMPI system)		 Required Spanish only
EU (EUIPO) Every 10 years 6 months before deadline - deadline 6 months after deadline
(25% additional charge)		 Online: $995/1st class
$59/2nd class
$176/3rd class and beyond		 Renewal application form
Trademark registration number
Applicant information		 Not required Available
(preferential rate)		 Required for outside EEA Official EU languages
(23 languages)
United Kingdom Every 10 years 6 months before deadline - deadline 6 months after deadline
(£50 extra charge)		$272/1st class
$68/additional class
Late fee: $68		 Renewal application form (TM11)
Trademark registration number
Applicant information		 Not required possible From 2021
Required		 English only
China Every 10 years 12 months before deadline - deadline 6 months after deadline
(50% additional charge)		 Electronic application: $65/class
Paper application: $75/class
Delay: $98-110/class		 Renewal application form
Copy of registration certificate
Power of attorney (when using a proxy)		 Unnecessary
(Risk of cancellation if not used for 3 years)		 Available
(Gold preferential treatment)		 Required Chinese
(Simplified)
South Korea Every 10 years 12 months before deadline - deadline 6 months after deadline
(10% additional charge)		 One-time payment: $220/class
Installation: $140 x 2
Delay: $240/class		 Renewal application form
Trademark registration certificate
Power of attorney (when using an agent)		 Not required possible For foreign residents
Required		 Korean only
Taiwan Every 10 years 6 months before deadline - deadline 6 months after the deadline
(Additional charges apply)		 $95/class
(up to 20 items)		 Renewal application form
Trademark registration certificate
Power of attorney (when using an agent)		 Not required possible Required Chinese
(Traditional)
Singapore Every 10 years 6 months before deadline - deadline 6 months after deadline Normal: $320/class
Delayed: $480/class
Revival: $510/class		 Renewal application form (TM19)
Power of attorney (if necessary)		 Unnecessary
If not used for 5 years
Cancellation risk)		 Available
(IPOS Digital Hub)		 Not required
(Delivery address
required)		 English only
Australia Every 10 years 12 months before deadline - deadline 6 months after deadline Regular: $280/class
Delayed: $420/class		 Renewal application form
Power of attorney (if necessary)		 Not required possible Not required English only
India Every 10 years 1 year before deadline - deadline 6 months after deadline
(50% additional charge)		Electronic application: $108/class
Paper application: $120/class
Delay: $162-180/class		 Renewal application form (TM-R)
Copy of registration certificate
Power of attorney (when using a proxy)		 May be required
(Affidavit)		 possible Required English or
Hindi
Brazil Every 10 years 1 year before deadline - deadline 6 months after deadline
(50% additional charge)		 Regular: $142/class
Small businesses: $57/class
Delayed: $213/class		 Renewal application form
Trademark registration certificate
Power of attorney (when using an agent)		 Not required
(5 year usage obligation)		 Available
(E-Marcas)		 Required Portuguese only
Thailand Every 10 years 90 days before deadline - deadline 6 months after deadline
(20% additional charge)		 Less than 5 items: $18/item
More than 5 items: $160/class		 Renewal application form
Trademark registration certificate
Power of attorney (when using an agent)		 Not required possible Required Thai only
Malaysia Every 10 years 6 months before deadline - deadline One year after the deadline
(Gradual fee increase)		 Regular: $215/class
6 months delayed: $258/class
1 year delayed: $323/class		 Application for renewal (TME1/2/3)
Certificate of trademark registration
Power of attorney (when using an agent)		 Not required possible Required English or
Malay
Vietnam Every 10 years 6 months before deadline - deadline 6 months after expiry date
(additional 10% per month)		 Basic fee: $4/class
Usage fee: $28/class
Late fee: $0.25/month		 Renewal application form
Trademark registration certificate
Power of attorney (original)		 Not required possible Required Vietnamese only
Philippines Every 10 years Before deadline - deadline 6 months after deadline Small: $54/class
Large: $115/class
Late fee: $26-58/class		 Application for renewal
Certificate of trademark registration
Affidavit of use (DAU)		 Required
(DAU submission)		 possible Required English only
Indonesia Every 10 years 6 months before deadline - deadline 6 months after deadlineGeneral: $118/class
Small business: $33/class		 Application for renewal
Certificate of trademark registration
Affidavit of use		 Required
(Affidavit of Use)		 possible Required Indonesian only

Major system changes from 2024 to 2025

Important fee revisions/system changes

  • America (January 2025): Section 8 fee increased from $225 to $325, Section 9 fee increased from $300 to $325
  • Canada (January 2025): 4.4% fee increase
  • South Korea (continued in 2023): Renewal fee reduced by 10,000 won due to price revision
  • Taiwan (May 2024): Accelerated examination system introduced due to trademark law revision
  • Australia (October 2024): Price revision implemented, next revision scheduled for October 2028

Digitalization/system improvement

  • China: Approximately 33% cost reduction effect by promoting electronic application
  • America: From 2020, the paper application principle will be abolished and the TEAS system will be unified
  • EU: Promote digitalization, continue voucher system for SMEs

Notes/Best Practices

Important matters for deadline management

  1. Early application recommended: Early application recommended at the start of the application period in all countries
  2. Response to rate revisions: Application timing taking into consideration the rate revision period at the beginning of the year (January)
  3. Using grace periods: Important as a last resort if you miss a deadline

Points for cost optimization

  1. Use of electronic filing: Many countries offer preferential fees for electronic filing
  2. Small and Medium Business Discounts: Huge discounts for small and medium businesses in Brazil and Indonesia
  3. Multiple class management: Fee increase in 2024-2025 will increase the cost of registering for multiple classes

Importance of agent selection

  1. Foreign agent requirement: Many countries require a local agent for foreign applicants
  2. Ensuring expertise: Involvement of experts is recommended for deadline management and accurate documentation
  3. Brexit response: Need to secure representation system in both EU and UK

Certificate of use support

  1. Strong requirements: USA (specific proof), Philippines/Indonesia (declaration)
  2. Risk of non-use: Risk of cancellation due to non-use for 3-5 years in many countries
  3. Advance preparation: Preparation of usage proof documents and continuous usage management

Language/translation support

  1. Countries where English is available: USA, Canada, Singapore, Australia, India, Malaysia, Philippines
  2. Countries where local language is required: China, Korea, Taiwan, Mexico, Brazil, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia
  3. Translation and notarization: Advance preparation for translation and notarization as necessary

Important practical points

  1. Systematic management: Systematic deadline management corresponding to different application periods and requirements in each country
  2. Centralized management: Centralized information management system for trademark rights management in multiple countries
  3. Continuous update: Information update system corresponding to annual changes in each country's system
  4. Risk management: Measures to prevent the risk of losing rights due to expiration or non-use

This list is based on information as of July 2025, and we strongly recommend checking the latest information from each country's trademark office and consulting with an expert before making an actual application.

AUTHOR

Takefumi SUGIURA （杉浦 健文）

EVORIX Intellectual Property Law Firm　Managing Patent Attorney

Supports clients across IT, manufacturing, startups, fashion, and medical industries, covering patent, trademark, design, and copyright filings through trials and infringement litigation. Specialized in IP strategy for AI, IoT, Web3, and FinTech. Member of the Japan Patent Attorneys Association (JPAA), Asian Patent Attorneys Association (APAA), and Japan Trademark Association (JTA).
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