File a Patent FAQs
How do I file a patent?
You can file a patent by filling out a patent application and submitting it to the Patent Office. You will also have to pay a fee for your patent application. There are different types of patents you can file for and some of them you can file online electronically.
How much do I have to pay to file a patent?
The fee for patents differs pertaining to the kind of patent filed. The basic filing fee for patents are as follows:
- $300 for Utility Patents
- $200 for Design Patents
- $200 for Plant Patents
Do I have to pay the regular patent fee for a provisional patent?
No. Provisional patents are a low cost alternative. The basic filing fee for a provisional patent is $200.