Patent Application Cost Estimator
Estimate the cost of filing a patent.
See USPTO fees, attorney costs, and total investment for utility and design patents.
Patent Cost Estimate
Patent costs include USPTO fees and attorney fees.
USPTO Filing Fees (2024):
| Fee Type | Large Entity | Small Entity | Micro Entity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility filing | $1,820 | $910 | $455 |
| Utility search | $700 | $350 | $175 |
| Utility examination | $800 | $400 | $200 |
| Design filing | $1,020 | $510 | $255 |
| Provisional filing | $320 | $160 | $80 |
Attorney fees (typical ranges):
- Provisional patent: $2,000–$5,000
- Utility patent: $8,000–$15,000+
- Design patent: $2,500–$5,000
Timeline:
- Provisional: Filed quickly, gives 12 months to file full application
- Utility: 2–4 years from filing to issuance
- Design: 1–2 years from filing to issuance
Maintenance fees (utility patents only):
- 3.5 years: $2,000 (large) / $1,000 (small)
- 7.5 years: $3,760 (large) / $1,880 (small)
- 11.5 years: $7,700 (large) / $3,850 (small)
Disclaimer: Patent costs vary widely based on complexity. This is not legal advice.