São Tomé and Príncipe: Design

Industrial design protection in São Tomé and Príncipe covers the ornamental or aesthetic characteristics. Applications proceed through the same national IP office.

• Applicants must submit representations or drawings of the design and pay the prescribed fees.

• Protection typically lasts for an initial term of 5 years, renewable for a period of 5 years up to 20 years.

• Applicant information must be current and comprehensive, ensuring a valid registration.

Final registration endows the design owner with exclusive rights to prevent unauthorized production and commercialization of products mirroring or closely imitating the design in São Tomé and Príncipe.