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Trademark Class 36: Financial Services
Class 36 covers insurance, financial, real estate, investment services.
Common examples in Class 36
- banking
- insurance
- real estate
- investment
- cryptocurrency
- fintech
- payment processing
- lending
These are plain-English examples, not USPTO wording. The application has to use an identification from the USPTO ID Manual, or pay a $200 surcharge per class.
Before you choose Class 36
Banking, insurance, investment and real estate brokerage are Class 36. Financial software is Class 9 (downloadable) or 42 (online).
Classes often confused with or filed alongside Class 36
What filing in Class 36 costs
- USPTO fee: $350 per class with an ID Manual description.
- Custom description surcharge: +$200 per class.
- TradeMaker attorney-filed plans: from $399 plus the USPTO fee.
Questions about Class 36
What does trademark Class 36 cover?
Class 36 (Financial Services) covers insurance, financial, real estate, investment services. Typical examples: banking, insurance, real estate, investment, cryptocurrency, fintech.
How much does it cost to file a trademark in Class 36?
The USPTO charges $350 per class when the goods or services description is taken from its ID Manual, plus $200 per class for a custom description. TradeMaker's attorney-filed plans start at $399 plus the USPTO fee.
Do I need more than one class?
You need one class for each kind of services you sell under the brand. Many businesses need only one. Others, such as a brand selling both clothing and bags, need two or more.
General information, not legal advice. The USPTO decides the final classification.