Trademark registration in Uganda proceeds on a single-class basis, whereby separate applications must be submitted for each class of goods or services.
Applications are lodged at URSB with a clear representation of the trademark, along with requisite fees.
A substantive examination checks for any conflicts and ensures the trademark is sufficiently distinctive.
A trademark is initially valid for 7 years from the date of registration and can be renewed for successive 10-year periods thereafter.
Applicants must accurately provide their name, address, and the single class of goods or services sought in each filing.
ARIPO membership affords the option of seeking broader regional protection via a single ARIPO filing.
Upon successful registration, trademark owners acquire exclusive rights in Uganda, enforceable through administrative or judicial avenues if unlawful use is detected.