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US Trademark Registration
Selling to US customers without a US trademark is building on rented land. The USPTO process is strict — foreign applicants must use a US-licensed attorney, and most applications draw an office action. We run the whole filing for you, from search to certificate.
CA/CS-guided review
Your documents and structure are checked before anything is filed.
Written scope first
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Fees
Fees and packages for US Trademark Registration
Every requirement is a little different, so we quote after a short discussion — the consultation itself is free.
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US Trademark Registration
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US Trademark Registration Package Inclusions
- USPTO knockout and comprehensive search
- TEAS application drafting and filing
- Specimen and use-evidence compilation
- Office action reply support
- Registration certificate with maintenance reminders
Overview
How US trademark registration works
Applications are filed with the USPTO, currently through its online Trademark Center filing system.
You file on one of two bases: already using the mark in US commerce, or intending to use it.
Since 2019, applicants domiciled outside the US must be represented by a US-licensed attorney.
A USPTO examining attorney reviews the application; office actions are common and must be answered on time.
After examination, the mark is published for a 30-day opposition window before registration issues.
Benefits
Why founders file their US mark through us
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US attorney requirement covered
Foreign-domiciled applicants must use a US-licensed attorney before the USPTO. We work with US counsel so your application is admissible from day one.
Correct filing basis, chosen once
The wrong basis is the most common reason foreign applications stall. We pick the filing basis that matches your actual position.
Office actions answered properly
USPTO office actions are normal — most applications get one. We prepare responses that actually address the examiner's concerns.
Proof-of-use handled
Use-based filings need proof of use; intent-to-use filings need statements later. We keep you on the right track either way.
Documents
Documents required for US trademark registration
Clear, current documents matter more than a long checklist. Names, dates of birth and addresses should match across every record — that's what the MCA checks first. Tick what you already have below.
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Applicant and the mark
Verified against MCA requirements
Filing basis details
Verified against MCA requirements
What is a CIN?
Every Private Limited Company gets a unique 21-character Corporate Identification Number from the MCA. It's proof your company legally exists. You'll need it for bank accounts, tax filings, and contracts. We handle the entire application — you just provide the documents above.
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Get Free Document ReviewQuestions Founders ask us about documents
What if my address proof is old?
Utility bills and bank statements must be less than 2 months old. If yours are older, get a fresh copy — the MCA rejects stale proofs.
Do I need original documents?
No. Clear scans or photos work for the entire process. We never ask you to courier originals.
What if directors live in different cities?
That's normal. Each director uploads their own documents separately. Our system keeps everything organised.
I'm outside India. Can I still register a company?
Yes. India allows 100% foreign ownership in most sectors, and the entire process happens online. You need one Indian resident director, and your passport + address proof must be apostilled — we'll guide you through both. NRI founders and foreign investors do this with us regularly.
Check if you're eligible →How long does registration actually take?
7 to 10 working days from the day your documents are verified. Name approval takes 2-3 days, MCA incorporation another 5-7. We track every stage and update you.
Can I start if I'm missing one document?
Yes. Start now with what you have — we begin name reservation and DSC while you arrange the rest. Most founders are missing one proof; it rarely blocks the timeline.
Process
US trademark registration process — step by step
You’ll see each stage, what’s pending and what we need from you — so filings don’t bounce back.
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USPTO search and filing basis
We search the USPTO's TESS database for conflicts, then choose your filing basis: Section 1(a) if you already use the mark in US commerce, or Section 1(b) intent-to-use if you plan to launch.
File through TEAS
We prepare and file your application through the USPTO's TEAS system with the correct class description. Filing fees are per class — choosing the right classes upfront avoids costly amendments.
Examination by a USPTO attorney
An examining attorney reviews the application, typically within several months. If issues arise, an Office Action is issued — responses are due within 3 months, and we draft them for you.
Publication and 30-day opposition window
Approved marks are published in the USPTO Official Gazette. Anyone can oppose within 30 days. Unopposed marks proceed to registration — or to a Notice of Allowance for intent-to-use filings.
Registration certificate
For use-based filings, you receive your registration certificate. For intent-to-use filings, we file a Statement of Use once you launch in the US, and registration follows. US registration lasts 10 years and is renewable.
Why ComplyKart
Why ComplyKart for this
You should know who’s doing what. Open a stage to see how the work is shared.
Real US filing experience
We work with US counsel regularly, so the attorney-requirement step is built into our process, not an afterthought.
Honest registrability advice
A quick class-count and basis decision up front, before you've spent anything meaningful.
Maintenance tracked for years
Registrations need maintenance filings between the fifth and sixth year, and renewal every ten. We track them.
Real US filing experience: We work with US counsel regularly, so the attorney-requirement step is built into our process, not an afterthought.
For NRI founders & foreign investors
If a founder or investor is outside India
You don't need to fly down. Most of our foreign-founder incorporations are completed without the founder ever visiting India — 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors, and the entire process happens online.
Before you start
- 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors — no Indian partner needed
- One Indian resident director is required by law — we help you find a compliant way forward
- Check whether your sector permits automatic-route foreign investment
- Your passport + address proof need an apostille, not an embassy visit
- Map ownership, beneficial ownership and pricing early
After incorporation
- Receive funds through permitted banking channels
- Complete RBI/FEMA reporting (FC-GPR, FLA) and keep the bank evidence
- Coordinate tax and ongoing compliance advice early
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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Usually, yes, if you sell to or target US customers. A US registration is the only thing that lets you enforce your mark in American courts and at US Customs.
It depends on the class and the filing basis you use. USPTO government fees are published per class; our service fee is quoted separately.
Timelines vary with examiner workload and whether office actions arise. We set expectations from current USPTO processing data when we start your filing.
Yes. Intent-to-use is designed exactly for that — you file now, and prove use before the registration issues.
Generally yes — they run on parallel tracks. We can coordinate the US filing so your brand story stays consistent across both.
The Madrid Protocol lets you extend an existing Indian registration to the US. Whether that's better than a direct USPTO filing depends on your situation — we advise on both routes.
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What clients say about working with us
Real stories from businesses we've worked with.
Our Trademark was applied in all the classes with a short span of time by Complykart Trademark Experts and I can say the level of expertise and commitment they carry is remarkable. It's an A+ from my side. We are now sticking to ComplyKart only.
I found the professionalism of the staff at complykart.com, a pleasure to work with. As a foreigner to India, they took the time to explain the documentation and assisted in every question I raised. I was pleased that complykart.com made it easy for my Business.
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Guides on US Trademark Registration
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Trust & transparency
Sources & how we keep this page accurate
Primary sources we refer to:
- Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA)
- GST Portal
- Income Tax Department
- IP India (Trademark / Patent / Copyright)
Last verified: 6 October 2026
Compliance rules change. If something on this page looks outdated, tell us on WhatsApp and we'll fix it — and your filing will always follow the current rules, not just what's written here.
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