What is the fee for recording documents with the USPTO?

The fee for recording documents with the USPTO varies depending on the method of submission and the type of intellectual property involved. According to MPEP 302.06:

For patents:

  • If submitted electronically: $0 (as of 2019)
  • If submitted on paper or via facsimile: Fee set in 37 CFR 1.21(h)(2)

For trademarks:

The MPEP advises: Customers should check the current fee schedule on the Office website before submitting documents for recordation.

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Topics: MPEP 300 - Ownership and Assignment, Patent Law, Patent Procedure
Tags: document recording, electronic submission, patent fees, USPTO fees