Guinea: Trademark

Trademarks in Guinea are registered through OAPI, which generally follows a single-class system.

• Applicants must submit a clear reproduction of the trademark and pay the required fees.
• Substantive examination assesses distinctiveness and other legal criteria.
• The trademark is registered for 10 years from the application date, with the possibility of renewal for equal periods.
• The applicant must correctly provide the name, address, and description of the goods or services in the chosen class.

Once registered, the trademark grants rights enforceable in all OAPI member states, including Guinea, with local judicial enforcement possible.