Lesotho Trademark Renewal

A trademark in Lesotho is valid for 10 years from the filing date and is renewable indefinitely in 10-year increments.

• Renewal period: Begins 6 months before the expiry date
• Grace period: 6 months after the expiry date, with a late fee
• After the grace period: The trademark lapses automatically and cannot be restored

• Simply signed Power of Attorney, unless the proprietor files directly
• Trademark registration number and owner details
• Payment of renewal and late fees, if applicable

Renewals are published in the Official Gazette following approval.

• Restoration is not possible under Lesotho law
• Once lapsed, the trademark must be re-applied for
• Lapsed marks can likely be registered by third parties without restriction

• No official reminders are issued for upcoming renewals
• Update your agent or owner details as needed to maintain correspondence

Avoid the following:

• Missing the 6-month grace period
• Failing to submit a valid Power of Attorney
• Assuming international treaties override national law

You can still renew during the 6-month grace period with an extra fee. After that, the trademark lapses.

No. Lesotho law provides no mechanism for restoration. You must file a new trademark application.

No. Use is not required for renewal in Lesotho.

Notify the Registrar to keep your trademark record up to date.