Applicants can file multi-class applications, enabling the registration of a trademark across multiple classes of goods or services within a single application:
Applicants must furnish a clear representation of the trademark and pay relevant fees.
A substantive exam is carried out to confirm the trademark’s distinctiveness and ensure no conflicts with prior registrations.
Registrations are valid for 10 years from the filing date and may be renewed for successive 10-year periods.
Applicants must supply accurate identification details (name, address) along with a precise listing of goods or services in one class.
Once granted, a trademark confers exclusive rights in Madagascar. Enforcement actions in the event of unauthorized usage can be taken through local administrative bodies or the judicial system.