Trademarks in Mauritius may be registered through a multi-class filing system administered by the Industrial Property Office. Each application can cover multiple classes of goods and services.
Applicants must submit a clear representation of the trademark and pay required fees.
A substantive examination ensures distinctiveness and checks for conflicts with existing marks.
Registrations are valid for 10 years from the filing date and may be renewed for consecutive 10-year periods.
Applicants should accurately provide their information (name, address) and the relevant classes of goods or services.
Once registered, trademark owners have exclusive rights and can pursue enforcement through formal administrative processes or court actions if infringement occurs.