What trademark class is a photographer in?

Most photographers register in class 41. Class 41 covers education & entertainment. You only ever register the classes that match what you actually sell.

Do photographers need to register in more than one class?

Often, yes. A trademark is only protected in the classes you register, and you pay a fee for each one. Photographers usually start with class 41, then add others as the business grows.

How much does it cost a photographer to register a trademark?

Filing direct with the UK IPO costs £205 for the first class and £60 for each additional class, so a photographer covering class 41 pays about £205. The fee isn't refunded if your mark is refused — which is why checking the name is free first matters.

Trademark classes · By business type

Which trademark classes does a photographer need?

Most photographers register in class 41 (Education & entertainment).

Photography services sit in the entertainment-and-cultural class. Photographers who license images, sell prints or build a content business may also touch the retail and electronics classes.

Last reviewed June 2026

Before you file in class 41, make sure the name is free. If it's already taken, your application can be refused — and the £205 IPO fee isn't refunded. Checking takes seconds and costs nothing.

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The classes photographers usually register in

Class 41 Education & entertainment Photography and videography services — shoots, editing and image production.

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Frequently asked questions

What trademark class is a photographer in?: Most photographers register in class 41. Class 41 covers education & entertainment. You only ever register the classes that match what you actually sell.
Do photographers need to register in more than one class?: Often, yes. A trademark is only protected in the classes you register, and you pay a fee for each one. Photographers usually start with class 41, then add others as the business grows.
How much does it cost a photographer to register a trademark?: Filing direct with the UK IPO costs £205 for the first class and £60 for each additional class, so a photographer covering class 41 pays about £205. The fee isn't refunded if your mark is refused — which is why checking the name is free first matters. See the full cost breakdown .

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These are the classes photographers most commonly register, not a full legal specification — when you file, you list the exact goods or services you need. This is general information, not legal advice. See also our guide to registering a UK trademark, or browse other business types.