Burundi

Overview

Burundi provides legal protection for trademarks, patents, and industrial designs through national legislation and oversight by the Burundi Industrial Property Office. Although it is not a member of any regional African IP organizations (such as ARIPO or OAPI), Burundi has implemented its own procedures to ensure that both local and foreign applicants can secure and enforce intellectual property rights in its territory.

The IP framework in Burundi aligns with international standards and continues to evolve to enhance legal certainty. Applicants benefit from a structured process that safeguards their commercial interests within the country’s growing market.

International Conventions

Burundi is a signatory to several international treaties and conventions that influence its IP regulations, including:
• Paris Convention
• Berne Convention
• TRIPS Agreement
• Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)