Morocco
Trademark Registration in Morocco- Protect Your Brand Nationwide
Trademark protection in Morocco is administered by the Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property (OMPIC), operating under the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Trademark registrations are governed by Law No. 17-97 on the Protection of Industrial Property, as amended. OMPIC conducts both formal and substantive examination to assess compliance, distinctiveness, and conflicts with earlier rights. Morocco is a member of the World Intellectual Property Organization and a contracting party to the Madrid System, enabling international trademark protection.
Why Trademark Registration is Important in Morocco?
Exclusive Rights: Grants you exclusive legal ownership and control over your trademark for the registered goods/services throughout Morocco.
Legal Enforcement: Enables you to take action against infringement, counterfeiting, and unauthorized use through the Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property (OMPIC) and Moroccan courts.
Nationwide Protection: Secures trademark protection across the entire territory of Morocco.
Market Positioning: Strengthens brand identity, builds consumer trust, and enhances competitive advantage in Morocco’s growing and strategic market.
Trademark Registration Procedure in Morocco
Here is the step-by-step process followed for trademark registration in Morocco
Filing
Trademark applications are filed electronically with OMPIC. The application must include applicant details, representation of the mark, and specification of goods/services under the Nice Classification. Multi-class applications are permitted.
Examination
OMPIC conducts formal and substantive examination, including assessment of distinctiveness and conflicts with earlier registered or filed trademarks.
Acceptance & Publication
If the application meets legal requirements, it is accepted and published in the Official Trademark Gazette for public notice.
Opposition Period
Third parties may file an opposition within 2 months from the date of publication.
Registration
If no opposition is filed or if opposition proceedings are resolved in favor of the applicant, the trademark is registered and a certificate of registration is issued.
Validity & Renewal
A trademark in Morocco is valid for 10 years from the filing date and may be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year periods. Renewal can be filed before expiry, with a 6-month grace period upon payment of additional fees.
Trademark Services Available in Morocco
Attorney-Assisted Search
In-depth legal search for conflicts.
Trademark Registration Services
Full filing and application management
Trademark Renewal Services
Easy renewals to maintain your Morocco trademark protection.
Watch & Monitoring Services
Continuous monitoring of Morocco trademarks to spot potential conflicts.
Ownership Transfer / Assignment
Efficient handling of trademark ownership changes in the Morocco
Licensing & Franchising Support
Licensing & Franchising Support
Documents for Filing
Applicant’s legal name, address and nationality
Clear Representation of the mark
Description of goods/services
Passport Copy of the Applicant/ Authorised signatory
Copy of Incorporation/ business registration (for companies)
Priority claim (if applicable) with proof
Power of Attorney (if filed through agent)
Fees are indicative and subject to change. Contact us for the latest details.
**Last updated on: March 17, 2026
Timeline
Approx. 6-9 months for registration in straightforward cases without objections or procedural delays.
Validity & Renewal
A trademark in Morocco is valid for 10 years from the filing date and may be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year periods. Renewal can be filed before expiry, with a 6-month grace period upon payment of additional fees.
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