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Democratic Republic of the Congo trademark renewal is easier with iGERENT, trusted by 12,000+ businesses and with over 25,000 trademarks handled since 2014. We help you renew on time, stay compliant, and keep your registration active, whether we handled the original filing or not.
Straightforward, hassle-free services designed to make intellectual property easier for your business. We strive to make it easy.
You work with one dedicated specialist who guides you through the process, answers your questions, and coordinates the next steps for your case.
Whether you need assistance in one country or several, we help coordinate filings and IP work across 180+ jurisdictions through trusted local professionals.
You receive clear, competitive pricing before moving forward, with fixed quotes that help you understand the full cost from the start.
Our team can review your needs, explain the available options, and help you understand the next steps before you decide.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is a member of the African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI). As a result, it is not possible to renew trademarks at the national level; all trademark renewals must be processed through the centralized OAPI system, which applies to all 17 member states.
Timely renewal is essential to preserve your trademark rights in the DRC and the broader OAPI region.
A trademark registered through OAPI is valid for 10 years from the filing date and can be renewed indefinitely in 10-year increments.
Trademark renewals through OAPI follow this timeline:
To renew your OAPI-registered trademark covering the DRC, you must submit:
The renewal is then published in the OAPI official bulletin.
If you miss the 6-month grace period, the trademark is deemed lapsed and cannot be restored. You would need to file a new application, subject to availability.
To avoid renewal issues:
Avoid the following missteps:
You can renew during the 6-month grace period by paying a late fee. After that, your trademark is considered lapsed.
No. Restoration is not allowed under OAPI. You must file a new application if the mark lapses.
No. Proof of use is not required for trademark renewals under OAPI.
You must notify OAPI immediately. Outdated information may delay or prevent a successful renewal.
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