Mozambique
Trademark Registration in Mozambique - Protect Your Brand Nationwide
Trademark registration in Mozambique is handled by the Industrial Property Institute (Instituto da Propriedade Industrial – IPI), which operates under the Ministry of Industry and Commerce. The institute manages the processing of trademark applications, including their review, publication, and grant of protection in accordance with national legislation. Mozambique follows a first-to-file system, meaning rights are generally granted to the earliest valid applicant.
Why Trademark Registration in the Mozambique Is Important?
Exclusive Rights: Grants you exclusive legal ownership and control over your trademark for the registered goods/services throughout Mozambique.
Legal Enforcement: Enables you to take action against infringement, counterfeiting, and unauthorized use through the Industrial Property Institute (IPI Mozambique) and Mozambican courts.
Nationwide Protection: Secures trademark protection across the entire territory of Mozambique.
Market Positioning: Strengthens brand identity, builds consumer trust, and enhances competitive advantage in Mozambique’s growing market.
Trademark Registration Procedure in Mozambique
Here is the step-by-step process followed for trademark registration in Mozambique
Filing
Trademark applications are filed with the Industrial Property Institute through a locally appointed trademark agent. The application includes applicant details, representation of the mark, and specification of goods/services under the Nice Classification.
Examination
IPI conducts a formal and substantive examination to assess compliance with legal requirements, including distinctiveness and registrability.
Publication
If accepted, the trademark application is published in the Official Gazette.
Opposition Period
Third parties may file an opposition within 30 days from the date of publication.
Registration
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.
Validity & Renewal
Trademarks in Mozambique are protected for 10 years from the filing date and may be renewed indefinitely for further 10-year periods upon payment of renewal fees.
Trademark Services Available in Mozambique
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In-depth legal search for conflicts.
Trademark Registration Services
Full filing and application management
Trademark Renewal Services
Easy renewals to maintain your Mozambique trademark protection.
Watch & Monitoring Services
Continuous monitoring of Mozambique trademarks to spot potential conflicts
Ownership Transfer / Assignment
Efficient handling of trademark ownership changes in the Mozambique
Licensing & Franchising Support
Expert guidance to license or expand your Mozambique
Documents for Filing
Trademark details and logo
Description of goods/services
Name and address of Applicant
Power of Attorney
Priority document
Fees are indicative and subject to change. Contact us for the latest details.
**Last updated on: March 17, 2026
Timeline
Approx. 12–18 months for registration in a straightforward case without objections.
Validity & Renewal
Trademarks in Mozambique are protected for 10 years from the filing date and may be renewed indefinitely for further 10-year periods upon payment of renewal fees.
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