Trademarks & Names · Forms
Trademark & Service Mark Forms
Apply for, renew, or transfer a South Dakota trademark or service mark registration.
Filing requirements
The filing fee for a new registration, renewal, or assignment is $125. Applications must be complete and include the filing fee. A registration is valid for four years and may be renewed beginning six months before expiration.
Downloadable forms
Choose a filing
Each application includes a separate instruction document.
New Registration
Apply for a trademark
Register a new South Dakota trademark or service mark.
Download applicationRead instructions →Renewal
Renew a registration
Renew an existing registration within the permitted renewal period.
Download renewalRead instructions →Assignment
Transfer a registration
Assign or transfer ownership of an existing registration.
Download assignmentRead instructions →Reference
South Dakota law and classifications
Trademark and Service Mark Protection — SDCL 37-6 →General classes of goods and services — SDCL 37-6-12 →
Questions? Email [email protected] or call 605-773-4845.