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EU Trademark Renewal: EUIPO Deadlines, Grace Periods, and Costs [Back to Blog](/blog) guides # EU Trademark Renewal: EUIPO Deadlines, Grace Periods, and Costs ![Zaman Zaidi](/team/zaman.jpg)Zaman Zaidi · Founder & International Trademark Attorney December 4, 2025 12 min read Share Last updated: June 21, 2026 ![EU Trademark Renewal: EUIPO Deadlines, Grace Periods, and Costs](https://zbdppqwokjgncujmplfm.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/application-files/blog/eu-trademark-renewal-euipo-deadlines.jpg?width=1200&quality=80&resize=contain&t=1780327443095) In this article [EU Trademark Renewal: EUIPO Deadlines, Grace Periods, and Costs](#eu-trademark-renewal-euipo-deadlines-grace-periods-and-costs)[EUTM Renewal Timeline](#eutm-renewal-timeline)[Renewal Fees (2026)](#renewal-fees-2026)[How to Renew Your EUTM](#how-to-renew-your-eutm)[Partial Renewal](#partial-renewal)[EUIPO Reminder Notices](#euipo-reminder-notices)[What Happens If You Miss the Renewal Deadline?](#what-happens-if-you-miss-the-renewal-deadline)[Surrender vs Non-Renewal](#surrender-vs-non-renewal)[Renewal and Genuine Use](#renewal-and-genuine-use)[Renewal for International Registrations Designating the EU](#renewal-for-international-registrations-designating-the-eu)[Best Practices for EUTM Renewal Management](#best-practices-for-eutm-renewal-management)[Ready to Renew Your EU Trademark?](#ready-to-renew-your-eu-trademark)[Frequently Asked Questions](#frequently-asked-questions) ## EU Trademark Renewal: EUIPO Deadlines, Grace Periods, and Costs A European Union Trade Mark (EUTM) registration is valid for **10 years** from the filing date. Unlike some jurisdictions that require periodic maintenance filings during the registration term, the EUTM system is straightforward: pay the renewal fee before expiry, and your protection continues for another decade across all 27 EU member states. Missing the renewal deadline, however, can result in the permanent loss of your EU-wide trademark rights — rights that may have taken years and significant investment to build. > **Pro tip:** Not sure when your EUTM renewal is due? [Run a free trademark check](/free-trademark-check) to get a comprehensive overview of your brand's registration status across jurisdictions. ## EUTM Renewal Timeline Event Timing **Earliest renewal filing** 6 months before expiry date **Expiry date** 10 years from the filing date (last day of the month) **Grace period** 6 months after expiry date **Late fee surcharge** 25% of the renewal fee during grace period **Final deadline** End of grace period — no further extensions ### Important: The Expiry Date Rule EUTM registrations expire on the **last day of the month** in which the 10-year anniversary of the filing date falls. For example: - Filing date: March 15, 2016 - Expiry date: March 31, 2026 - Earliest renewal: October 1, 2025 - Grace period ends: September 30, 2026 ## Renewal Fees (2026) Fee Component Amount Renewal fee (first class) **EUR 850** Second class **EUR 50** Each additional class (3rd+) **EUR 150** per class **Late renewal surcharge** (during grace period) **25%** of the total renewal fee These fees mirror the initial filing fees. For a 3-class EUTM, the standard renewal fee is EUR 1,050 — or EUR 1,312.50 if renewed during the grace period. > **The GTC advantage:** Our [trademark renewal service](/services/trademark-renewal) tracks all your renewal deadlines automatically and handles the entire renewal process — ensuring you never miss a deadline and lose valuable EU-wide protection. ## How to Renew Your EUTM ### Online Renewal (Recommended) 1. Log into EUIPO's [User Area](https://euipo.europa.eu/) 2. Navigate to your registered EUTM 3. Select the renewal option 4. Confirm the classes to be renewed (you can do a partial renewal) 5. Pay the renewal fee online ### Paper Renewal Submit a written renewal request to EUIPO with: - The EUTM registration number - The owner's name and address - The classes to be renewed - Payment of the applicable fees Online renewal is faster and provides immediate confirmation. ## Partial Renewal You do not have to renew all classes in your registration. **Partial renewal** allows you to: - Drop classes for goods/services you no longer offer - Reduce costs by eliminating unnecessary class fees - Streamline your portfolio However, once a class is dropped during renewal, it cannot be added back — you would need to file a new EUTM application for those goods/services. ### When Partial Renewal Makes Sense - Your business model has changed since the original filing - You have not used the mark for certain goods/services (reducing [non-use cancellation](/blog/eu-trademark-opposition-timeline-costs) risk) - Budget constraints require prioritising core classes ## EUIPO Reminder Notices EUIPO sends a **courtesy reminder** to the registered owner (or their representative) approximately **6 months** before the expiry date. However: - The reminder is a **courtesy only** — EUIPO is not legally obligated to send it - Failure to receive the reminder does **not** extend the renewal deadline - **Do not rely on EUIPO reminders** as your only deadline tracking mechanism If your contact details have changed since registration, update them with EUIPO to ensure you receive correspondence. Better yet, maintain an independent [trademark monitoring system](/blog/trademark-monitoring-enforcement-eu) that tracks your renewal dates. ## What Happens If You Miss the Renewal Deadline? ### During the Grace Period (6 months after expiry) You can still renew by paying the standard renewal fee **plus a 25% surcharge**. The registration is maintained as if it were renewed on time. ### After the Grace Period The EUTM registration is **irrevocably cancelled**. There is no mechanism to restore a lapsed EUTM. Your options are: 1. **File a new EUTM application** — but you lose the original filing date and seniority claims 2. **Convert to national applications** — under Article 139 EUTMR, you can convert a lapsed EUTM into national applications in individual EU member states, retaining the original filing date. However, this must be done within **3 months** of the EUTM's removal from the Register 3. **File through the Madrid Protocol** — if you have a home-country base mark, designate the EU through WIPO Losing a long-standing EUTM can be devastating — especially if competitors have since filed similar marks in the same [classes](/blog/eu-trademark-classes-goods-services). ## Surrender vs Non-Renewal If you no longer need your EUTM, you have two options: ### Surrender (Active cancellation) File a request with EUIPO to surrender the registration. This immediately removes the mark from the Register. You can surrender for all or some classes. ### Non-Renewal (Passive expiry) Simply do not pay the renewal fee. The registration expires at the end of the grace period. This is simpler but means the mark remains on the Register until the grace period ends. In most cases, non-renewal is the simpler approach unless you need the mark removed from the Register urgently (e.g., to clear the way for a new filing). ## Renewal and Genuine Use Renewing your EUTM does not require proof of use. However, be aware that: - A registered EUTM that has not been **genuinely used** in the EU for a continuous period of **5 years** is vulnerable to [cancellation for non-use](/blog/eu-trademark-opposition-timeline-costs) - Renewing a mark you are not using maintains the registration but does not protect against non-use challenges - If you plan to resume use, renewal preserves your rights in the meantime ## Renewal for International Registrations Designating the EU If your EU trademark protection comes through a **Madrid Protocol** international registration rather than a direct EUTM, renewal is handled through WIPO — not EUIPO. The [international registration renewal process](/blog/filing-eu-trademark-from-outside-eu) follows WIPO's timeline and fee structure. ## Best Practices for EUTM Renewal Management 1. **Track deadlines independently** — do not rely solely on EUIPO reminders 2. **Renew early** — file 6 months before expiry to avoid last-minute issues 3. **Review your specification** — use renewal as an opportunity to assess whether all classes are still needed 4. **Update contact details** — ensure EUIPO has your current address and representative information 5. **Consider your entire portfolio** — if you have marks in multiple jurisdictions, align renewal dates for efficient management 6. **Budget for renewals** — factor in the recurring 10-year cost when building your [trademark strategy](/blog/eu-trademark-vs-national-trademark) ## Ready to Renew Your EU Trademark? Don't risk losing your EU-wide trademark protection. Whether your renewal is due soon or you want to set up proactive deadline monitoring, professional management ensures nothing falls through the cracks. [Check your trademark status](/free-trademark-check) for a portfolio overview, or contact our [renewal team](/services/trademark-renewal) to manage your EUTM renewals seamlessly. ### Need help with your trademark? Get a free trademark check from our specialists, no obligation. Protect Your Brand in the EU Or [learn more about this service →](/services/eu-trademark) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How long is an EUTM registration valid? ### How much does it cost to renew an EUTM? ### When can I file for EUTM renewal? ### What is the grace period for EUTM renewal? ### Can I renew only some classes of my EUTM? ### What happens if I miss both the renewal deadline and the grace period? ### Ready to get started? Our trademark specialists can help you with every step of the process. 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