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Filing intellectual property in Australia
IP Australia is one of the fastest and most predictable offices in the world, with an optional pre-filing headstart assessment and no attorney requirement for the applicant.
- Office
- IP Australia
- Language
- English
- Local currency
- AUD
- Opposition
- 2 months from advertisement of acceptance
- Term
- 10 years from the filing date
- Renewal
- Every 10 years; late renewal possible within 6 months with a surcharge
| Right | Official fee | Our fee | All-in | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Mark / Brand Name | $250 | $229 | $479 | 7–12 months |
| Service Mark | $250 | $229 | $479 | 7–12 months |
| Trade Name / Business Name | $45 | $119 | $164 | 1–2 weeks |
| Patent | $370 | $1,290 | $1,660 | 18–30 months |
| Utility Model / Petty Patent | Not available — IP Australia operates no registry for this right | |||
| Copyright | $0 | $99 | $99 | Automatic — no registry |
| Industrial Design | $180 | $520 | $700 | 3–6 months |
| Geographical Indication & Collective Marks | $280 | $650 | $930 | 10–18 months |
| Trade Secret & Confidentiality Programme | $0 | $590 | $590 | 2–4 weeks to implement |
Indicative single-class / single-application rates in USD. Your live quote confirms the exact amount before payment.
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This guide is general information about Australia procedure, not legal advice. Official source: https://www.ipaustralia.gov.au