State Trademark Registration in Nebraska

Register your business name, logo, or slogan with the Nebraska Secretary of State for $110 — faster and cheaper than a federal application. Note: state registration only protects you within Nebraska; most businesses eventually want federal USPTO protection for nationwide coverage.

Quick Facts

Nebraska Filing Fee$110
Filed WithNebraska Secretary of State
Protection ScopeNebraska only
Federal (USPTO)$250–$350/class
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State vs. Federal — Which Do You Actually Need?

A Nebraska state trademark is quick and inexpensive ($110, usually approved within weeks), but it only protects your mark within Nebraska's borders. A federal USPTO trademark costs more ($250–$350 per class) and takes longer, but protects you nationwide and gives you the right to use the ® symbol. Many businesses register at the state level first for fast, affordable protection, then add federal registration once they're operating beyond Nebraska.

How State Trademark Registration Works in Nebraska

1

Trademark Search

We search the Nebraska Secretary of State's existing trademark database to confirm your name, logo, or slogan is not already registered by someone else in Nebraska.

2

Prepare and File the Application

We prepare your application — including a drawing of your mark and the classification of goods or services — and file it with the Nebraska Secretary of State for $110.

3

Receive Your Registration

State trademark registration is typically approved within a few weeks — far faster than the months-to-years timeline for a federal USPTO application.

4

Consider Federal Protection Next

If you plan to operate outside Nebraska, or want the strongest possible protection, we can also file your federal USPTO trademark application — the state registration doesn't block this, and often strengthens your federal filing.

Protect Your Brand in Nebraska

Fast, affordable state trademark registration — with federal protection available when you're ready.