Eswatini (Swaziland): Design

Eswatini also protects industrial designs, covering the visual or ornamental aspects of products. Filings may be pursued nationally or via ARIPO’s design registration framework:

• Applicants must file a representation or drawing of the design, along with the required fees.

• A typical initial term of protection is five years, renewable twice for a total of 15 years. 

• Complete and accurate applicant information is essential for a valid registration.

Design rights enable proprietors to prevent unauthorized manufacture or importation of products featuring identical or closely similar designs within Eswatini.