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ARIPO Trademark Registration country-flag-AP

ARIPO trademark registration with one specialist coordinating every stage. Trusted by 12,000+ businesses and with over 25,000 trademarks handled since 2014, iGERENT helps choose the eligible countries to designate, prepares your application and tracks its progress through regional and national examination. The price shown covers the application. If the trademark is accepted, a final registration fee may apply. See the FAQs below for details.

Starting From US$ 1400

Official fees included

What You Need to Know

RATED

RATED

4.8 / 5

100 Verified Reviews
ESTIMATED TIME

ESTIMATED TIME

~ 12 Months

For straightforward cases
VALIDITY

VALIDITY

10 Years

Renewable indefinitely
INCLUDED

INCLUDED

Local Counsel

Coordinated with trusted attorneys

Protect your investment before you apply. Identify potentially conflicting marks in your priority markets before paying for country designations.

Trademark Registration in ARIPO: Common Questions

Learn how ARIPO trademark registration works, from selecting designated countries and paying the relevant fees to national examination, publication and renewal.

Expand iconCollapse iconHow Much Does it Cost to Register a Trademark in ARIPO?

The cost to register a trademark in ARIPO is US$ 1400 for the first class, plus US$ 350 for each additional class. The description of goods/services includes up to 50 words per class. Additional charges apply beyond this limit.

This fee includes both the official government filing costs and iGERENT’s professional service fees.

In ARIPO, a final registration fee of US$ 1900 applies for the first class and US$ 900 for each additional class. This payment will only be due in case of successful registration.

When you register your trademark with iGERENT, our team handles everything for you: from preparing and filing your application to tracking progress and updating you at every step.

You’ll benefit from:

  • A dedicated trademark consultant to guide you throughout the process
  • Complete management of forms, filings, and communications with the trademark office
  • Transparent pricing, with no hidden costs or surprise add-ons

With iGERENT, your trademark registration in ARIPO is simple, secure, and fully compliant.

Expand iconCollapse iconWhy and How Should I register a Trademark in ARIPO?

Registering a trademark through the African Regional Industrial Property Organization, also known as ARIPO, grants protection in the member states that are also party to the Banjul Protocol, namely:
Botswana, Cape Verde, the Gambia, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Sao Tome and Principe, Eswatini, Uganda, Tanzania (mainland) and Zimbabwe.

A registered trademark through ARIPO will be valid for 10 years from the date of application and may be renewed for periods of 10 years.

If you register a combined trademark (which includes both word elements and figurative elements) through ARIPO, the exclusive right to use the trademark is limited to the exact configuration in which it was filed and registered. If you wish to use the word element of your trademark separately from the logo (or vice versa), it is recommended to register another trademark including only the word or figurative elements you wish to use and protect separately.

Expand iconCollapse iconWhat Documents are Required for Trademark Registration in ARIPO?

To register a trademark in ARIPO, you will generally need:

  • Original Power of Attorney, signed. No notarization or legalization required.
  • The name or logo you want to register
  • The applicant’s details

Your iGERENT consultant will confirm the exact requirements for your case and guide you through each step.

Expand iconCollapse iconHow Long Does it Take to Register a Trademark in ARIPO?

The average application process takes 12 months. This is an estimated process time for straightforward cases based on current timeframes for applications and may vary considerably.

Expand iconCollapse iconWhat Happens after the Trademark Registration Process in ARIPO is Completed?

Once a trademark filed through ARIPO is successfully registered, a final fee for registration must be paid (per class). This fee is only due in case of successful registration.

A registered trademark in ARIPO will be valid for 10 years from the date of application and may be renewed for further 10-year periods.

Expand iconCollapse iconCan I Oppose Someone Else’s Trademark Application in ARIPO?

Yes. If a third party intends to register or use a trademark for similar goods or services that includes a primary or distinct part of your trademark, you have the right to oppose the application based on confusing similarity.

Oppositions against trademarks filed through ARIPO must be presented within three (3) months from the publication of the trademark application in the ARIPO Journal. Opposition actions are not filed directly with ARIPO; they must be filed with the respective national offices of the member states. The probabilities of success for an opposition will vary in each case depending on the circumstances.

DIY vs. Professional Trademark Registration in ARIPO

Filing yourself in ARIPO can work in simple cases. For anything more complex, professional help can save time, budget, and headaches.

Do-It-Yourself Trademark Filing in ARIPO

Do-It-Yourself Trademark Filing in ARIPO

  • You must confirm which target countries are currently eligible for designation and select the ones you need.
  • You must identify the applicant, represent the mark, define the goods or services and choose the correct Nice classes.
  • If you do not reside or have your principal place of business in a contracting state, you must appoint a representative.
  • You must calculate and pay the application, designation and class-related fees within the applicable deadlines.
  • You must track decisions from each designated country and respond if a national office refuses or conditions protection.
  • You must monitor the three-month opposition period and pay the later registration fee when ARIPO requests it.
Professional Trademark Registration in ARIPO

Professional Trademark Registration in ARIPO

  • We help identify eligible designations and flag markets that call for a separate national filing.
  • We define the applicant, classes and goods or services, then prepare the ARIPO application.
  • We coordinate representation where required and explain the fees for your chosen countries.
  • Your specialist tracks formal examination, national decisions, publication and the final registration step.
  • If a refusal or opposition arises in a designated country, we explain your options and can coordinate a response as a separate service.
  • A review of earlier marks in your priority markets is also available separately before filing.

Why Do Businesses Choose iGERENT?

Straightforward, hassle-free services designed to make intellectual property easier for your business. We strive to make it easy.

Expert Agents
Expert Agents

You work with one dedicated specialist who guides you through the process, answers your questions, and coordinates the next steps for your case.

Worldwide Coverage
Worldwide Coverage

Whether you need assistance in one country or several, we help coordinate filings and IP work across 180+ jurisdictions through trusted local professionals.

No Hidden Charges
No Hidden Charges

You receive clear, competitive pricing before moving forward, with fixed quotes that help you understand the full cost from the start.

Free Consultation
Free Consultation

Our team can review your needs, explain the available options, and help you understand the next steps before you decide.

Your ARIPO Trademark Application Starts Here

We’ll help select eligible designations, prepare the application and track it through publication and registration.

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