Trademark DR Congo

Trademark applications in DR Congo are lodged through the Service de la Propriété Industrielle. The system operates on a multi-class basis.

• Applicants must provide a clear reproduction of the trademark and pay the designated filing fees.

• A substantive exam reviews the distinctiveness of the trademark and possible conflicts with earlier rights.

• Once granted, trademarks are valid for 10 years from the filing date, renewable for successive 10-year periods.

• Applicant details - including name, address, and the relevant class of goods or services - must be accurately supplied to ensure valid registration.

Owners of registered trademarks may pursue administrative or judicial remedies to prevent unauthorized use or misuse within DR Congo.