Eswatini (Swaziland): Trademark

Trademark registration in Eswatini is managed by the Registrar General’s Office. 

• Applicants must submit a clear depiction of the trademark and fulfill the payment of official fees.

• Substantive examination ensures the trademark meets distinctiveness requirements and does not conflict with earlier registered rights.

• Registrations remain valid for 10 years from the filing date and can be renewed for subsequent 10-year periods.

• Applicants must accurately provide their name, address, and the specific class in which protection is sought.

• As a member of ARIPO, Eswatini also allows applicants to pursue regional trademark filings under certain protocols, resulting in coverage in multiple member states.