Gabon: Trademark

Trademarks in Gabon are registered through OAPI, which generally uses a single-class filing approach for applications.

• Applicants must present a clear reproduction of the trademark and pay the prescribed fees.

• Substantive exam focuses on distinctiveness and other legal eligibility criteria.

• Trademark registration is valid for 10 years from the filing date, with the possibility of successive 10-year renewals.

• Information such as applicant’s name, address, and description of goods or services must be accurately specified in the chosen class.

Once a trademark is granted, rights extend throughout OAPI member states, including Gabon. Enforcement against infringement may be sought through local administrative or judicial channels.