USPTO Fee Calculator
Question 1: Organization Type
Are you an individual inventor or what type of organization are you with?
Question 2: Number of Employees
How many employees does your business have, including affiliates?
Question 3: Rights Assignment
Have any rights in the invention been assigned or licensed to a large entity (e.g., a company with 500+ employees)?
Question 4: Gross Income
Did the gross income of the applicant or any inventor in the previous year exceed 3x the U.S. median household income (approximately $257,061 for 2025)?
Question 5: Patent Applications
Has any inventor been named on more than 5 or more prior non-provisional U.S. patent applications (excluding provisional, foreign, or employer-assigned applications)?
Micro Entity Status
Based on your answers, you likely qualify for Micro Entity status.
This means you are eligible for an 80% reduction in most USPTO fees.
USPTO Basic Filing Fees (Micro Entity, 2025)
| Fee Type | Utility Patent | Design Patent |
|---|---|---|
| Filing Fee | $70 | $60 |
| Search Fee | $154 | $60 |
| Examination Fee | $176 | $140 |
| Total Basic Fees | $400 | $260 |
Note: Fees are based on 2025 USPTO rates. Consult a patent professional to confirm your status. Additional fees may apply.
Small Entity Status
Based on your answers, you likely qualify for Small Entity status.
This means you are eligible for a 60% reduction in most USPTO fees.
USPTO Basic Filing Fees (Small Entity, 2025)
| Fee Type | Utility Patent | Design Patent |
|---|---|---|
| Filing Fee | $70 | $120 |
| Search Fee | $308 | $120 |
| Examination Fee | $352 | $280 |
| Total Basic Fees | $730 | $520 |
Note: Fees are based on 2025 USPTO rates. Consult a patent professional to confirm your status. Additional fees may apply.
Large Entity Status
Based on your answers, you would be considered a Large Entity.
This means you would pay standard USPTO fees without reduction.
USPTO Basic Filing Fees (Large Entity, 2025)
| Fee Type | Utility Patent | Design Patent |
|---|---|---|
| Filing Fee | $350 | $300 |
| Search Fee | $770 | $300 |
| Examination Fee | $880 | $700 |
| Total Basic Fees | $2,000 | $1,300 |
Note: Fees are based on 2025 USPTO rates. Consult a patent professional to confirm your status. Additional fees may apply.