Angola Trademark Renewal

A trademark registration in Angola is valid for ten (10) years from the registration date. It can be renewed indefinitely for additional 10-year periods

The renewal process must be completed within the following timeframes:

• One (1) month before expiration - Trademark owners should renew early to avoid penalties.
• Four (4) months after expiration (grace period) - Late renewals are allowed with an additional fee of approximately EUR 15.
• Failure to renew within the grace period results in automatic cancellation, but revalidation may be possible.

To renew a trademark with IAPI Angola, the following must be submitted:

• Trademark registration number
• A Power of Attorney in Portuguese, notarized and legalized at the Angolan consulate
• A copy of the trademark registration certificate
• Payment of applicable renewal fees

Unlike some jurisdictions, notarization and consular legalization are mandatory for renewal documents

If a trademark was not renewed within the grace period, the owner may still revalidate it under special conditions:

• A revalidation request must be filed within one (1) year from the end of the protection period.
• The owner must show valid reasons for failing to renew on time.
• Revalidation is subject to additional fees and is only possible if no third party has registered the trademark in the meantime.

To avoid renewal issues, trademark owners should ensure their registration details are correct, including:

• Ownership changes: Transfers or assignments must be recorded with IAPI before renewal.
• Business details: If the registrant's name or address has changed, it must be updated before submitting the renewal request.

Trademark owners should avoid these common errors:

• Missing the renewal deadline - If renewal is not completed within the grace period, the trademark may lapse.
• Failing to submit a properly legalized Power of Attorney - Incorrect documentation can cause delays or rejection.
• Not updating ownership records - If a trademark is transferred but not recorded properly, renewal may be denied.

By avoiding these mistakes, trademark owners can ensure their brand remains protected under Angolan trademark law.

If you miss the renewal deadline, you can still renew within a four-month grace period by paying an additional late renewal fee of approximately EUR 15. If you fail to renew within this period, the trademark will lapse, but revalidation may be possible.

Yes, revalidation is possible if a request is filed within one year of the end of the protection period. However, the owner must provide valid reasons for failing to renew on time.

No, Angola does not require proof of use for trademark renewal.

Trademark renewal can be requested one (1) month before its expiration date.

Yes, if a trademark lapses and is not revalidated within one year, it may be registered by a third party.