1. Polish Patent Office (UPRP — Urząd Patentowy RP) — protection in Poland Fee: 450 zł (basic filing fee) Protection: 10 years (renewable) Procedure: 6–12 months 2. EUIPO — protection across the EU Fee: 850 EUR (basic fee) Protection: 10 years across the entire EU Procedure: 6–12 months 3. WIPO — international protection Fee: depends on the countries Protection: 10 years in selected countries Accounting costs On the tax scale and flat tax: Registration fee: one-off cost Renewal fees (every 10 years): one-off cost Lawyer's fees: one-off cost If the value of the trademark exceeds 10,000 zł, you can amortize it as an intangible asset (KŚT 7 — Classification of Fixed Assets, group 7). On the lump-sum tax (ryczałt): You do not deduct costs (including trademark registration). FAQ

Trademark Registration for a Sole Proprietorship (JDG) in Poland (2026)

Trademark registration for a sole proprietorship (JDG) in Poland in 2026. Fees, protection, accounting costs. Is it worth it and how to account for it.

Have a brand, logo, or product name? It is worth protecting. Trademark registration gives legal protection for 10 years (renewable). But it costs — and must be accounted for.

In this guide, I explain trademark registration for a sole proprietorship (JDG — a Polish registered business run by one individual) in Poland in 2026.

What is a trademark?

A trademark is any sign that lets you distinguish one entrepreneur's goods or services from others:

Company or product name
Logo
Slogan
Shape, color, sound

Where to register?

1. Polish Patent Office (UPRP — Urząd Patentowy RP) — protection in Poland

Fee: 450 zł (basic filing fee)
Protection: 10 years (renewable)
Procedure: 6–12 months

2. EUIPO — protection across the EU

Fee: 850 EUR (basic fee)
Protection: 10 years across the entire EU
Procedure: 6–12 months

3. WIPO — international protection

Fee: depends on the countries
Protection: 10 years in selected countries

Accounting costs

On the tax scale and flat tax:

Registration fee: one-off cost
Renewal fees (every 10 years): one-off cost
Lawyer's fees: one-off cost

If the value of the trademark exceeds 10,000 zł, you can amortize it as an intangible asset (KŚT 7 — Classification of Fixed Assets, group 7).

On the lump-sum tax (ryczałt):

You do not deduct costs (including trademark registration).

FAQ

Is it worth registering a trademark?

Yes, if you are building a brand. Without registration, someone may steal it from you.

How much does registration cost?

Poland: from 450 zł. EU: from 850 EUR.

Can I deduct registration costs on the lump-sum tax (ryczałt)?

No. On the lump-sum tax, costs are not deductible.

Need help?

I run sole-proprietorship accounting — trademarks, intangible assets, amortization. From 49 zł + VAT per month.

Write to [email protected] or visit oxyok.com/pl.

Note: Trademark registration: Poland from 450 zł (UPRP), EU from 850 EUR (EUIPO). Protection for 10 years. One-off cost (tax scale / flat tax). Before making a decision, consult an accountant.