🇱🇻 Trademark Registration in Latvia: Fees & Guide 2027

Quick answer: Trademark registration in Latvia is filed with the Latvian Patent Office (Patentu valde). The official fee is €90 to apply for one class and €95 for registration, publication and the certificate, making the standard one-class official total €185 if the mark proceeds to registration. Each additional class costs €30. An EU trade mark filed with EUIPO costs €850 for one class and covers the EU as one unitary right.

🇱🇻 What does trademark registration in Latvia protect?

A Latvian national registration gives its owner trademark rights in Latvia for the goods and services listed in the application. It can be suitable when the brand’s commercial activity and enforcement priorities are concentrated in the Latvian market. It does not automatically protect the mark in Estonia, Lithuania or the rest of the EU.

The Latvian Patent Office application guidance explains the local filing procedure. One application concerns one mark; the applicant must identify the owner, provide a representation of the sign and list the relevant goods and services. Proceedings are handled in Latvian, so plan for translation where needed.

💶 What does trademark registration cost in Latvia?

This comparison separates the Latvian application fee from the later registration charge. Latvian figures below use the current official schedule. The EUIPO figure is its online application fee for one class. Professional services, searches and any dispute costs are excluded.

The Latvian Patent Office’s official trademark fee schedule lists €90 for filing, €30 for each additional class and €95 for registration, publication and the certificate. The €46.25 and €212.50 figures are arithmetic illustrations only: the 2027 SME Fund rules, eligible fees, reimbursement rate, application period and approval process have not been announced. Do not rely on a refund when budgeting or file an application solely on that assumption.

📝 How to register a trademark in Latvia

1. Decide who owns the mark

Choose the correct applicant before filing: an individual, company or another eligible legal entity. Make sure the legal name and address match the owner’s records. If the company owns the brand, filing in a founder’s personal name can create avoidable transfer and licensing work later.

2. Search for earlier marks

Check identical and similar word and logo marks in Latvia, the EU and relevant international registers. Consider spelling, sound, meaning and visual appearance, as well as related goods and services. A database search is a useful screening step, not a guarantee that an application will be accepted or that no third party will object. Our trademark risk assessment guide explains pre-filing checks and specification planning.

3. Choose the Nice classes and define the goods or services

Use the WIPO Nice Classification to identify the classes that match what the business offers or genuinely plans to offer. A vague or overly broad list can invite questions, while unnecessary classes increase fees. Confirm how to describe each item using the office’s current guidance.

4. File the application and pay the filing fee

Submit the application with the owner details, a clear representation of the mark and the goods/services list. The Latvian Patent Office says the filing fee must be paid within one month of filing. An authorised representative may need a power of attorney. Consult the Latvian Trade Mark Law and procedure information for applicable legal requirements.

5. Respond to examination and monitor publication

The office checks formal and substantive requirements. The office’s service page reports an average examination duration of 2–3 months, but individual cases can take longer, especially if questions arise. The Patent Office does not conduct a comprehensive search of all earlier private rights for the applicant; earlier right owners may raise conflicts. If the mark is approved, pay the €95 registration fee within the time stated in the office notice. Publication creates an opportunity for third-party challenge under the applicable procedure.

6. Maintain and renew the registration

Latvian trademark protection runs for ten years from the application date and can be renewed for further ten-year periods. Keep ownership and contact information current, record genuine use and diarise renewal deadlines. A transfer or licence should be documented and recorded where required.

🇱🇻 Latvia national trademark or EUIPO filing?

A Latvia application may fit a business focused on Latvia. An EU trade mark may fit a brand seeking one registration throughout the EU, but the right has unitary scope: an earlier conflict in one member state can affect the application as a whole. Compare markets, earlier rights, classes, budget and risk rather than relying on the headline fee alone. See our guides to EU trademark registration, trademark registration in Croatia and trademark registration in Austria. If ownership later changes, read about transferring an EU trademark between companies.

Frequently asked questions about trademark registration in Latvia

How much does it cost to register a trademark in Latvia?

The official one-class total is at least €185: €90 application fee plus €95 for registration, publication and the certificate if the mark proceeds to registration. Each additional class costs €30. Professional assistance and other costs are separate.

Does a Latvian trademark protect my brand across the EU?

No. A Latvian national registration protects the mark in Latvia. An EU trade mark is a separate route covering all EU Member States as one unitary right.

How long does trademark registration take in Latvia?

The Latvian Patent Office reports an average examination period of 2–3 months. The entire process can take longer depending on examination, publication, payment deadlines or third-party challenges.

Can a foreign company apply for a Latvian trademark?

The Patent Office identifies both natural and legal persons as eligible applicants. Representation and document requirements depend on the applicant’s circumstances, so confirm the current procedure with the office or a qualified representative.

Is a 75% SME Fund 2027 refund confirmed?

No. The 2027 programme terms are not yet confirmed. Any refund will depend on the published rules, eligible costs, available budget and approval.

Official sources

Verify the current fees and procedural requirements directly with the Latvian Patent Office: filing a trademark application, its fee schedule and trademark legislation. Compare EU filing costs on the EUIPO fees page, and check class terminology in the WIPO Nice Classification. This guide is general information, not legal advice or a guarantee of registration or funding.