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Trademark Registration in Kenya - Protect Your Brand Nationwide

Trademark registration in Kenya is governed by the Trade Marks Act and administered by the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) under the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry.
KIPI is responsible for the filing, examination, publication, opposition, registration, and maintenance of trademarks in Kenya.

How the Kenya Trademark Registration Works?

Exclusive Rights: Grants you sole legal ownership and control over your trademark for the registered goods/services throughout Kenya.

Legal Enforcement: Enables you to take action against infringement, counterfeiting, and unauthorized use through the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) and Kenyan courts.

Nationwide Protection: Secures trademark protection across all regions of Kenya, regardless of where your business operates.

 

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How the Kenya Trademark Registration Works

The Kenya trademark registration system follows a structured sequence of reviews, publications, and legal checks. These steps ensure that trademarks meet all statutory requirements and remain protected over time. 

1

Filing

The trademark application is filed with KIPI, either electronically or manually, and must include all the details.

2

Examination

KIPI examines for formal and substantive examination. If objections are raised, an examination report is issued, and responses must be filed within the prescribed period.

3

Acceptance & Publication

If accepted, the trademark is published in the Kenya Industrial Property Journal for public inspection.

4

Opposition Period

Third parties may file an opposition within 60 days from the date of publication. If no opposition is filed, or if the opposition is resolved in favor of the applicant, the application proceeds to registration.

5

Registration

Upon completion of all statutory requirements, KIPI issues the Trademark Registration Certificate, granting exclusive rights over the mark throughout Kenya.

6

Validity & Renewal

Registration is valid for ten years from the date of application and can be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year periods upon payment of renewal fees.

Trademark Services Available in Kenya

01

Attorney-Assisted Search

In-depth legal search for conflicts.

02

Trademark Registration Services

Full filing and application management.

03

Trademark Renewal Services

Complete filing and application management with Kenya

04

Watch & Monitoring Services

Continuous monitoring of Kenya trademarks to spot potential conflicts.

05

Ownership Transfer / Assignment

Efficient handling of trademark ownership changes in the Kenya

Requirements for Filing

Applicant’s name and address and nationality

Clear Representation of the mark

Description of goods/services

Passport Copy of the Applicant/ Authorised signatory

Copy of CR/Incorporation Certificate.

Priority claim (if applicable) with proof

Power of Attorney if filed through agent

Official Fee 0.00
Professional Fee 0.00
Total 0.00
Search Fee No Search Fee

Timeline

Approx. 12–18 months for registration in a straightforward case without objections.

Validity & Renewal

Registration is valid for ten years from the date of application and can be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year periods upon payment of renewal fees.

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