Gabon: Design

Industrial design protection in Gabon is equally achieved through OAPI’s unified registration procedure.

• A proper depiction of the design is required.

• Design registrations typically last for an initial term of five years, renewable twice for a total of 15 years.

• Applicants must furnish precise details to ensure accuracy during the examination process.

Once approved, industrial designs confer exclusive rights that prevent third parties from making, importing, or selling substantially similar designs in Gabon and other OAPI jurisdictions.