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Trademark Class 36

Trademark Class 36 covers services related to financial transactions, banking, insurance, and real estate. This class encompasses a wide range of services that assist individuals and organisations in managing, investing, insuring, or transacting financial and real estate assets.

Trademark registration for services such as banking, insurance, investment management, real estate brokerage, and financial consultancy must be done under Trademark Class 36. Businesses providing services like online payment processing, mortgage financing, asset management, crowdfunding platforms, and property leasing should register under this class to ensure proper trademark protection.

Class 36 primarily includes services offered by financial institutions, insurance agencies, investment firms, and property management companies, making it essential for companies operating in these sectors.

  • This Class includes, in particular:

  • Insurance underwriting, brokerage, and claims processing
  • Financial consultancy, planning, and wealth management services
  • Real estate services including leasing, selling, and renting of property
  • Online payment gateways and transaction processing
  • Capital investment and venture funding
  • Electronic funds transfer and mobile banking
  • Crowdfunding and peer-to-peer lending platforms
  • Mortgage, loan, and credit facilities
  • Issuance of debit cards, credit cards, and financial instruments
  • This Class does not include, in particular:

  • Bookkeeping, auditing, tax filing (Class 35)
  • Sports sponsorship and promotions (Class 35)
  • ATM cash handling, freight, and transport brokerage (Class 39)
  • Wool and timber quality assessment (Class 42)

Who Should Register Under Trademark Class 36?

You should opt for registration under Class 36 if your services include:

  • Banking and credit institutions, digital wallets, and online financial platforms
  • Insurance providers, claims adjusters, and brokers
  • Investment advisers, mutual fund managers, and asset management companies
  • Real estate developers, brokers, and property leasing agents
  • Financial technology (fintech) startups offering mobile transactions or credit analysis
  • Loan agencies, credit rating firms, and debt recovery services
  • Crowdfunding platforms or venture capital firms
  • ATM operators, fund transfer agencies, and cryptocurrency wallet services

One of the prominent brands registered under Trademark Class 36 is JPMorgan Chase. This global financial services leader holds protection in Class 36 for services including investment banking, credit card processing, and financial advisory. Registering under Class 36 safeguards JPMorgan Chase's brand identity in the competitive financial sector and prevents unauthorized use of similar marks in related services.

Another notable example is Liberty Mutual Insurance. This well-known insurance provider has its trademark registered in Class 36, covering underwriting and administration of insurance services. This registration ensures exclusive rights to its brand in the insurance industry and protects against potential infringement.

List of Services Classified Under Trademark Class 36

1Accident Insurance Underwriting
2Accommodation Bureau Services [Apartments]
3Actuarial Services
4Administration Of Financial Affairs
5Antique Appraisal
6Apartment House Management
7Arranging Finance For Construction Projects
8Art Appraisal
9Bail-Bonding
10Banking
11Brokerage Of Carbon Credits
12Brokerage*
13Business Brokerage
14Business Liquidation Services, Financial
15Capital Investment
16Car Broker Services
17Charitable Fund Raising
18Cheque Verification / Check Verification
19Credit Bureau Services
20Crowdfunding
21Debt Advisory Services
22Debt Collection Agency Services
23Deposits Of Valuables
24E-Wallet Payment Services
25Electronic Funds Transfer
26Electronic Funds Transfer Provided Via Blockchain Technology
27Electronic Transfer Of Cryptocurrency
28Exchanging Money
29Factoring
30Financial Advice
31Financial Advice Relating To Tax
32Financial Analysis
33Financial Appraisals In Responding To Calls For Tenders / Financial Appraisals In Responding To Requests For Proposals [Rfps]
34Financial Clearing
35Financial Consultancy
36Financial Customs Brokerage Services
37Financial Engineering
38Financial Evaluation [Insurance, Banking, Real Estate]
39Financial Evaluation Of Development Costs Relating To The Oil, Gas And Mining Industries
40Financial Evaluation Of Standing Timber / Financial Valuation Of Standing Timber
41Financial Evaluation Of Wool / Financial Valuation Of Wool
42Financial Exchange Of Cryptocurrency
43Financial Management
44Financial Management Of Reimbursement Payments For Others
45Financial Patronage
46Financial Research
47Financial Sponsorship
48Financial Trading Of Cryptocurrency
49Financial Valuation Of Intellectual Property Assets
50Financing Services
51Fire Insurance Underwriting
52Fiscal Valuation
53Health Insurance Underwriting
54Hire-Purchase Financing / Lease-Purchase Financing
55Instalment Loans
56Insurance Brokerage
57Insurance Consultancy
58Insurance Underwriting
59Investment Of Funds
60Issuance Of Credit Cards
61Issuance Of Gift Certificates
62Issuance Of Prepaid Gift Cards
63Issuance Of Prepaid Vouchers
64Issuance Of Travellers' Cheques / Issuance Of Travelers' Checks
65Jewellery Appraisal / Jewelry Appraisal
66Lending Against Security
67Life Insurance Underwriting
68Loans [Financing]
69Marine Insurance Underwriting
70Mobile Banking Services
71Mortgage Banking
72Mutual Funds
73Numismatic Appraisal
74Online Banking
75Online Banking Services Rendered In Virtual Environments
76Organization Of Monetary Collections
77Pawn Brokerage
78Preparation Of Quotes For Cost Estimation Purposes
79Processing Of Credit Card Payments
80Processing Of Debit Card Payments
81Provident Fund Services
82Providing Financial Information
83Providing Financial Information Via A Website
84Providing Insurance Information
85Providing Rebates At Participating Establishments Of Others Through Use Of A Membership Card
86Real Estate Agency Services
87Real Estate Appraisal
88Real Estate Brokerage
89Real Estate Management
90Real Estate Services
91Rent Collection
92Rental Of Apartments
93Rental Of Farms
94Rental Of Offices [Real Estate]
95Rental Of Offices For Co-Working
96Rental Of Pastures
97Rental Of Real Estate
98Repair Costs Evaluation [Financial Appraisal]
99Retirement Payment Services
100Safe Deposit Services
101Savings Bank Services
102Securities Brokerage
103Stamp Appraisal
104Stock Brokerage Services
105Stock Exchange Quotations
106Stocks And Bonds Brokerage
107Surety Services
108Trusteeship / Fiduciary
109Warranty Claims Administration Services

Why Choose Vakilsearch for Trademark Registration under Class 36?

Trademark Class 36 covers a wide range of financial and insurance services, including banking, investment management, real estate affairs, insurance underwriting, and other monetary services. If your business operates in this domain, registering your trademark under Class 36 is essential to safeguard your brand and build credibility in a heavily regulated and trust-driven industry.

Vakilsearch provides end-to-end trademark registration services tailored for financial and real estate businesses. Our senior Intellectual Property lawyers manage the full process from conducting a comprehensive trademark search and filing your application within 6 hours, to handling formality checks, examinations, hearings, and securing your registration certificate.

With a streamlined online process and dedicated legal support for objections, renewals, and assignments, Vakilsearch ensures your financial services brand is legally protected—quickly, securely, and with expert precision.

Frequently Asked Questions

Class 36 includes services related to financial affairs, monetary affairs, and insurance. This includes banking, loans, real estate, investment management, and charitable fundraising. If your business provides any financial service or product, this is the class for you.

Financial institutions, insurance agencies, investment firms, real estate brokers, and crowdfunding platforms should register under Class 36. It helps secure their brand in a competitive, trust-sensitive industry.

Yes, digital payment solutions and mobile wallet services fall under Class 36 as they relate to financial transactions and monetary services.

Yes, services involving digital assets and cryptocurrencies, such as exchanges and wallets, are generally covered under this class as financial services.

It does not include legal or tax services (Class 45), technical consulting (Class 42), or advertising and marketing (Class 35).

Financial services operate on trust. A trademark helps secure your identity and builds credibility with customers, especially in digital platforms.

Absolutely. Logos, brand names, slogans, and even sounds (if distinctive) can be registered as trademarks under Class 36.

A registered trademark lasts for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely. Protection is continuous as long as you renew it.

Yes, you can apply via the Madrid Protocol to extend your trademark protection internationally under Class 36.

Yes. If your business involves financial services and another sector like education or tech, you can file a multi-class trademark.

Use the IP India website or consult professionals like Vakilsearch to ensure your desired trademark is unique and available.

Basic details include the applicant's identity, brand name/logo, nature of service, and a power of attorney if filed by an agent.

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