Mauritius Trademark Renewal

A registered trademark is valid for 10 years from the date of filing and may be renewed indefinitely in 10-year periods.

• Standard renewal window: Begins 6 months before the expiry date
• Grace period: 6 months after the expiration date
• Late renewal fee per trademark
• After grace period: Trademark is automatically lapsed

• No specific documents are required for renewal
• Submission of renewal application
• Payment of:
• Standard renewal fee
• Late fee during grace period (if applicable)

• Restoration is not possible
• However, the previous owner may apply to re-register the mark within 1 year of lapse
• During that year, the mark is blocked from third-party registration

• No reminder notices are issued
• You are responsible for tracking expiration and renewal dates
• Update your agent or contact information as needed

Avoid these errors:

• Missing the 6-month grace period
• Delaying until after the 1-year priority re-registration period ends
• Assuming restoration is an option: it not

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

No. Restoration is not permitted. However, the former owner has 1 year to re-register the mark, with priority over others.

No. Proof of use is not required to renew a trademark in Mauritius.

You must notify the Mauritius IPO to ensure proper communication and compliance.