| Trademark matters in Sierra Leone are administered by the Office of the Administrator and Registrar General (OARG) under the Ministry of Justice. OARG is responsible for the filing, examination, publication, opposition, and registration of trademarks in Sierra Leone. The trademark system operates on a first-to-file basis and includes formality review, substantive examination, publication in the Government Gazette, opposition proceedings, and final registration. Foreign applicants are required to file trademark applications through a locally appointed trademark agent in Sierra Leone.
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Exclusive Rights: Grants you exclusive legal ownership and control over your trademark for the registered goods/services throughout Sierra Leone.
Legal Enforcement: Enables you to take action against infringement, counterfeiting, and unauthorized use through the Office of the Administrator and Registrar General and Sierra Leonean courts.
Nationwide Protection: Secures trademark protection across all regions of Sierra Leone, regardless of where the business operates.
The Sierra Leone 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.
Trademark applications are filed with the Office of the Administrator and Registrar General through a locally appointed trademark agent.
The Registry conducts a formality and substantive review to assess registrability, including distinctiveness and compliance with local trademark law.
If accepted, the trademark application is published in the Government Gazette.
Third parties may file an opposition within 60 days from the date of publication.
If no opposition is filed, or if opposition proceedings are resolved in favor of the applicant, the trademark proceeds to registration and a certificate is issued.
Trademarks in Sierra Leone are protected for 10 years from the date of registration and may be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year terms upon payment of renewal fees.
In-depth legal search for conflicts
Full filing and application management.
Complete filing and application management with Sierra Leone
Initial screening of Sierra Leone records to check availability.
Efficient handling of trademark ownership changes in the Sierra Leone
Expert guidance to license or expand your Sierra Leone brand.
Approx. 12–18 months for registration in a straightforward case without objections.
Trademarks in Sierra Leone are protected for 10 years from the date of registration and may be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year terms upon payment of renewal fees.
Simple and efficient trademark protection for smooth market entry and growth.
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