Cape Verde: Patent

Patent protection in Cape Verde is secured through an application to IGQPI. The invention must meet novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability standards.

• A patent typically runs for 20 years from the filing date, subject to periodic maintenance fees.
• Applicants submit a full specification, claims, and related documentation describing the invention.
• An exam process checks compliance with local patentability requirements.

Upon grant, patent owners can enforce their exclusive rights within Cape Verde through civil or administrative channels if infringement arises.