Patents in Gambia are also regulated by the Registrar General’s Office. Inventions must demonstrate novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability.
• Patent protection lasts 15 years from the filing date, subject to annual maintenance fees.
• Possible extension for a period of 5 years.
• Applicants must provide a detailed specification, claims, and any relevant technical documentation.
• Substantive examination confirms that the invention meets local patentability requirements.
• As a PCT contracting state and an ARIPO member, Gambia allows applicants to file via the international route or to designate Gambia through an ARIPO application.
Upon grant, the patent holder has exclusive rights to exploit the invention within Gambia, backed by legal avenues to address any infringement.