🇱🇹 Trademark Registration in Lithuania: Fees and Filing Guide 2027

Quick answer: Trademark registration in Lithuania is handled by the State Patent Bureau of the Republic of Lithuania (VPB). The official filing fee for an individual mark is €180 for one class, with €40 for each additional class. A national registration protects the mark in Lithuania; an EU trade mark filed through EUIPO is one right covering all EU Member States. Before filing, search earlier marks and choose goods and services carefully.

🇱🇹 What does trademark registration in Lithuania protect?

A Lithuanian national trademark can protect a distinctive sign for the goods and services listed in its application within Lithuania. It can be a word mark, logo or another sign that meets the legal requirements. Registration is territorial: a Lithuanian right does not automatically extend to Latvia, Estonia, Poland or the rest of the European Union.

The State Patent Bureau (Valstybinis patentų biuras, VPB) administers national trademark applications. Its official trademark services explain the local filing route. Businesses selling across borders should compare this with an EU trade mark before deciding where to file.

🇱🇹 Trademark fees in Lithuania vs 🇪🇺 the EU

The comparison below is for an individual mark in one class and covers the official application fee only. It does not include professional advice, clearance searches or later dispute costs.

The net amounts are simple examples assuming a 75% reimbursement, not a promised 2027 grant. The 2027 SME Fund rules, eligible expenses, application window, budget and approval requirements have not been confirmed. Check the current VPB fee schedule and EUIPO fees before filing.

How to register a trademark in Lithuania

1. Identify the owner and define the mark

Decide who will own the application: a person or a company. Keep the applicant’s legal name and address consistent with official records. Choose the exact word, logo or other representation to file and consider whether the brand will be used in one form or several. A word mark and a stylised logo may protect different aspects of a brand.

2. Search for earlier rights

Search the VPB register and relevant EU and international databases for identical and similar signs. Look for spelling, pronunciation, translation and visual similarities, including marks for related goods and services. TMview can help locate participating-office records, but a database search is not a legal clearance opinion and cannot guarantee registration.

Our trademark risk assessment guide explains why checking availability and filing scope before submission can reduce avoidable risk.

3. Select Nice classes and draft the specification

Goods and services are grouped under the Nice Classification. Identify what the business currently offers and what it realistically plans to offer during the protection period. The list should be specific enough to describe the business, yet broad enough to cover its genuine commercial plans. Additional classes increase the state fee, so avoid copying a broad list without checking each item.

4. File with VPB and pay the fee

Prepare applicant details, the mark representation, the goods and services list and any priority information. File through the route currently offered by VPB and pay the fee using its instructions. VPB’s trademark application information and fee page are the primary sources for current requirements. The fee in force on the filing date applies.

5. Examination, publication and third-party challenges

VPB examines the application under Lithuanian law. The office may contact the applicant about formal issues or legal grounds; observe every deadline and answer the specific points raised. Once published, the application may be challenged under the statutory procedures. A pre-filing search helps identify potential conflicts but cannot eliminate the possibility of an objection or opposition.

6. Registration, use and renewal

If the application meets the requirements and no challenge prevents registration, the mark can proceed to registration. Trademark protection generally lasts ten years from filing and may be renewed in further ten-year periods, subject to the applicable rules and fees. Keep owner, representative and contact details current and maintain records of genuine commercial use.

Should you file nationally or through EUIPO?

A Lithuanian national filing can be a proportionate option when the market and enforcement need are concentrated in Lithuania. An EU trade mark may suit a business seeking a single registration across the EU. An EUTM is unitary, however: earlier rights in any Member State may affect the application, and a challenge to an EUTM can have EU-wide implications. Compare the expected market, existing rights, budget and risk tolerance, rather than choosing only by headline fee.

For a wider filing strategy, see our guides to trademark registration in Croatia, trademark registration in Austria and EU trademark registration. You can also read about transferring an EU trademark between companies.

Common mistakes applicants can avoid

• Filing before checking similar earlier marks in Lithuania and the EU.
• Using an inaccurate applicant name or failing to decide who owns the brand.
• Choosing Nice classes by keyword alone instead of mapping real products and services.
• Assuming a Lithuanian registration automatically protects the brand throughout the EU.
• Relying on a possible SME Fund refund before the official 2027 rules are published.
• Missing office notices, opposition deadlines or renewal dates.

Frequently asked questions

How much does trademark registration cost in Lithuania?

VPB lists a €180 application fee for an individual mark in one class and €40 for the second and each later class. Verify the fee schedule immediately before filing.

Does a Lithuanian trademark cover the whole EU?

No. A national Lithuanian trademark concerns Lithuania. For a single application covering the EU, consider an EUTM through EUIPO, while assessing its unitary scope and risks.

Can a foreign business apply?

Foreign businesses can seek protection, but representation requirements can depend on the applicant’s establishment and the procedure. Check current VPB rules or obtain professional advice for your situation.

How long does protection last?

Trademark protection generally lasts ten years and can be renewed for further ten-year periods, subject to timely renewal and payment.

Is a 75% SME Fund 2027 refund guaranteed?

No. The 2027 call terms have not been confirmed. Any reimbursement depends on the official rules, eligibility, available budget and approval.

Official sources and further reading

Use current VPB and EUIPO materials to confirm fees, filing requirements and programme conditions. This article is general information, not a legal opinion or guarantee of registration or funding.