ARIPO Trademark Renewal

A trademark registered through ARIPO is valid for 10 years from the date of filing. It can be renewed indefinitely in 10-year increments.

The ARIPO renewal window is generous, but critical to observe:

• 12 months before the expiry date: Standard renewal period begins.
• 6-month grace period after expiry: You can still renew with an additional fee.
• After the grace period: The trademark automatically lapses and is no longer protected.

To renew a trademark with ARIPO, you must:

• Provide the trademark registration number and details
• Submit a Power of Attorney, simply signed (if acting through a representative)
• Pay the standard renewal fee and, if applicable, the grace period surcharge

Renewal is published officially, and no evidence of use is required.

To avoid renewal issues:

• Update the address for service if your representative changes.
• Maintain accurate contact details with ARIPO or your national agent.
• ARIPO does not send cancellation warnings, so tracking deadlines is your responsibility.

Avoid these issues:

• Missing both the renewal and grace periods
• Assuming ARIPO will send alerts or notices
• Failing to designate an address for service or update it after changes

You can still renew during the 6-month grace period by paying the surcharge. After that, the mark lapses automatically.

Yes, restoration is possible under ARIPO rules: but it's subject to additional legal and procedural steps, and not guaranteed.

No. ARIPO does not require use evidence for trademark renewal.

Make sure to update your address for service with ARIPO. Failure to do so may block effective communication and future renewals.