UK Intellectual Property Office fees increase: 1 April 2026
The UK Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO), the government body responsible for intellectual property rights — including trade marks, patents, designs and copyright, is updating costs across its services from 1 April 2026. These changes apply to applications, renewals and procedural actions.
New costs from the UK IPO effective from 1 April
What the UK IPO cost rises mean for businesses
- Budget adjustments may be needed
- Consider class strategy to manage long-term costs
- The increases are relatively small and do not materially affect overall costs
Matthew Pryke, Head of our Commercial and Tech team advises: "While price increases are never welcomed, UK IP assets still provide a wonderful return on investment to protect and enhance what are, so often, a businesses key assets."
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