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What is the most cost effective way of registering a trademark in 5 countries? WIPO or directly?
Written by Igor Demcak
Founder & Trademark Attorney
When it comes to registering a trademark in multiple countries, there are generally two main options: using the World Intellectual Property Organization's (WIPO) system or filing directly with the national trademark offices of each country.
The most cost-effective approach depends on various factors, but most notably on the number and exact choice of countries. Since each country has its own pricing structure and the fees can vary quite considerably, we can't give you a one-size-fits-all answer here, but generally, the WIPO route tends to be cheaper from five countries up.
However, if you want to be really sure, you will have to compare the exact prices for your specific case.
If you want to register your trademark in multiple countries at once, you can also check out our international packages with multicountry discounts.
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