I recently decided to register a trademark for my small business and researched the latest fee schedule from Spain’s Intellectual Property Office (OEPM). I noticed some changes in Madrid international trademark fees compared to a few years ago, so I’m compiling this information for your reference.
Basic Application Fees
According to OEPM’s official 2025 fee schedule, trademark registration costs depend on your chosen application method and number of classes. Online applications are significantly cheaper than paper submissions—an important factor to consider. For a single-class trademark via electronic filing, the base fee is €150.26, whereas paper submission costs €200.35. Each additional class adds €98.51 for online applications or €131.35 for paper applications.
I personally recommend online applications whenever possible—not only do you save around €50, but processing times are much faster. Last year, a friend waited nearly 4 months for preliminary results with a paper application, while electronic submissions typically receive responses within 2 months.
Here’s a breakdown of specific fees for different scenarios:
| Application Method | Single Class Fee | Each Additional Class | Expedited Examination |
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| Online Application | €150.26 | €98.51 | €201.63 |
| Paper Application | €200.35 | €131.35 | €201.63 |
| Collective Trademark | €535.93 | €157.02 | Not applicable |
| Certification Mark | €535.93 | €157.02 | Not applicable |
Important Note: If your goods or services exceed the baseline quantity limits within a single class, additional description fees may apply—approximately €15-20 per item.
Renewal and Amendment Fees
Trademarks require renewal every 10 years. Renewal fees are €154.17 for online applications and €204.89 for paper submissions. If you need to update trademark holder information or address—similar considerations as [Madrid visa fees]—online submission costs €61.67, while paper filing is €82.23. I heard address changes used to be free, but that’s no longer the case.
If your trademark faces opposition requiring defense, official opposition fees apply. While respondents don’t pay additional fees, the opposition filer must pay €327.86. This isn’t cheap, so conduct thorough trademark searches before applying to avoid conflicts with existing marks.
Practical Advice
From my experience, the most cost-effective approach is planning your class registrations in advance and applying for multiple classes simultaneously rather than separately. For example, if you’re in food service, registering classes 25, 30, and 43 together costs €347.28 total—averaging around €115 per class.
Also, keep trademark designs simple, avoiding overly complex graphics or text combinations. This not only increases approval rates but also facilitates future enforcement. If uncertain, consider spending €80-100 for a professional firm’s preliminary search—though it costs money upfront, it can prevent much larger losses.
Finally, OEPM fees may undergo minor adjustments each January, so verify current prices on their official website before applying to ensure adequate budgeting. Hope this information helps—feel free to discuss questions below.
