Patents in Algeria are obtained by filing an application with the Algerian National Institute of Industrial Property. Local regulations require a clear and complete description of the invention, which must fulfill novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability requirements.
• The standard patent term is 20 years from the filing date, subject to the payment of annual maintenance fees.
• Applicants must submit all relevant documents, including detailed specifications and claims.
• Examination includes both formal matters (such as correct documentation) and substantive issues (patentability criteria).
• As a member of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), Algeria provides an avenue for international applicants to seek patent protection through a single, harmonized process.
If granted, a patent confers exclusive rights within Algeria. Patent holders may enforce their rights through civil actions or administrative measures, depending on the nature of the infringement.