Libya: Patent

Patents in Libya are filed directly with the Libyan Industrial Property Office. The invention must exhibit novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability:
• A patent term typically lasts 20 years from the date of filing, subject to periodic maintenance fees.
• Applicants file a specification and claims describing the invention, accompanied by drawings or relevant data if necessary.
• Libya is a member of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), allowing international applicants to enter the national phase in Libya through a PCT application.

Once granted, patent holders have exclusive rights in Libya, with legal recourse available when infringement arises.