Overview
Mauritius offers intellectual property protection for trademarks, patents, and industrial designs under the administration of the Industrial Property Office, which operates under the relevant governmental ministry. As Mauritius is not a member of any regional African IP organization such as ARIPO or OAPI, all IP filings proceed directly through the national system.
While separate from regional frameworks, Mauritius adheres to various international treaties, maintaining procedures consistent with recognized global standards. Applicants, whether local or foreign, can rely on established administrative and judicial avenues to protect and enforce their IP rights in Mauritius.
International Conventions
Mauritius is party to several key international agreements that shape its IP landscape, including:
Paris Convention
Berne Convention
TRIPS Agreement
Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)