Trademark registration usually takes months, not weeks. The timing depends on USPTO examination, whether an Office Action is issued, publication, any opposition, the filing basis, and whether the applicant must later prove use.
Current USPTO averages
The USPTO publishes current averages for the first examining action and for disposal of applications. These measures describe different stages and are not a promised registration date. Check the current figures when planning, then account for the filing basis and issues specific to your application.
What can extend the process
- An Office Action requiring a response.
- A suspension while another application or issue is resolved.
- An opposition after publication.
- An intent-to-use application that is not yet ready for a Statement of Use.
- Incomplete information, additional fees, or changes to the application.
What happens after filing
The application receives a serial number, enters examination, and is reviewed by a USPTO examining attorney. If approved, it is published for opposition. A use-based application may then proceed toward registration. An intent-to-use application generally must complete the required use filing first.
Check current USPTO trademark processing times. Start a Trademark Application.
