Uganda
Trademark Registration in Uganda - Protect Your Brand Nationwide
Trademark matters in Uganda are administered by the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) under the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs. URSB is responsible for the filing, examination, publication, opposition, and registration of trademarks in Uganda. The trademark system follows a first-to-file principle and includes formality examination, substantive examination, publication in the Official Gazette, opposition proceedings, and final registration. Foreign applicants are required to file trademark applications through a locally appointed Ugandan trademark agent.
Why Trademark Registration in the Uganda Is Important for Brand Protection?
Exclusive Rights: Grants you exclusive legal ownership and control over your trademark for the registered goods/services throughout Uganda.
Legal Enforcement: Enables you to take action against infringement, counterfeiting, and unauthorized use through the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) and Ugandan courts.
Nationwide Protection: Secures trademark protection across the entire territory of Uganda.
Regional Protection Advantage: Uganda is a member of the African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO), allowing broader regional protection through a single application covering multiple member countries.
Trademark Registration Procedure in Uganda
Here is the step-by-step process followed for trademark registration in Uganda.
Filing
Trademark applications are filed with URSB through an authorized local trademark agent. The application includes applicant particulars, representation of the mark, and specification of goods/services under the Nice Classification. An application number is issued upon filing.
Examination
URSB conducts a formal and substantive examination to assess registrability, including distinctiveness and compliance with Ugandan trademark law.
Publication
If accepted, the trademark application is published in the Uganda Gazette.
Opposition Period
Third parties may file an opposition within 60 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
Ugandan trademarks are protected for 7 years from the date of registration and may be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year terms upon payment of renewal fees.
Trademark Services Available in Uganda
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In-depth legal search for potential conflicts in Uganda.
Trademark Registration Services
Complete filing and application management for Ugandan trademarks.
Trademark Renewal Services
Hassle-free renewals to maintain your Uganda trademark protection.
Watch & Monitoring Services
Continuous monitoring of Ugandan trademarks to identify potential conflicts.
Ownership Transfer / Assignment
Efficient handling of trademark ownership transfers in Uganda.
Licensing & Franchising Support
Expert guidance to license or expand your Ugandan brand.
Documents for Filing
Trademark details and logo (if applicable)
Description of goods/services
Name and address of Applican
Power of Attorney (signed copy)
Priority document (if priority is claimed)
Incorporation/ Commercial Register, if applicant is company
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
Ugandan trademarks are protected for 7 years from the date of registration and may be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year terms upon payment of renewal fees.
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