Trademark Term Extension Application

A Trademark Term Extension Application is a request filed with the USPTO to extend the term of a trademark registration beyond its initial 10-year period. The application must be filed within one year before the expiration date of the registration and must include a declaration of continued use or excusable nonuse of the mark, a specimen showing current use of the mark, and the required fees. If granted, the extension renews the registration for an additional 10-year term. Trademark term extensions help to maintain the value and enforceability of the registration and to prevent others from using or registering confusingly similar marks. They are an important part of the trademark lifecycle and require diligent monitoring and timely action by the trademark owner. Failure to file the extension application can result in the expiration and loss of the registration and its associated rights and benefits.