Mauritius: Design

attributes of articles. Applications are lodged with the Industrial Property Office.

• Applicants must provide representations of the design and pay official fees.

• Design registrations typically last for an initial term of five years, renewable twice for a total of 15 years.

• Complete and accurate information on the applicant is essential for valid registration.

Design right holders may prevent unauthorized manufacture or sale of products that replicate or closely imitate the protected design within Mauritius.