Libya: Trademark

Trademark applications in Libya generally operate on a single-class basis. Each application covers one class of goods or services:

• Applicants must submit a graphic representation of the trademark, with payment of official fees.
• A substantive examination determines whether the trademark meets distinctiveness criteria and does not infringe prior rights.
• Registration remains valid for 10 years from the filing date, renewable for further 10-year periods.
• Relevant applicant details (e.g., name and address) and a clear description of goods or services in the chosen class must be provided in the application.

Trademark owners in Libya may pursue administrative or court actions when unauthorized usage of their trademarks is detected.