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OAPI Trademark Registration country-flag-OA

OAPI trademark registration, coordinated from application to certificate. Backed by 12,000+ businesses and over 25,000 trademarks handled since 2014, your dedicated specialist prepares the application, coordinates local representation and tracks its progress.

Starting From US$ 1200

Official fees included

What You Need to Know

RATED

RATED

4.8 / 5

94 Verified Reviews
ESTIMATED TIME

ESTIMATED TIME

~ 5 Months

For straightforward cases
VALIDITY

VALIDITY

10 Years

Renewable indefinitely
INCLUDED

INCLUDED

Local Counsel

Coordinated with trusted attorneys

Check for earlier rights before filing across 17 countries. A conflicting OAPI trademark could put your regional application at risk.

Trademark Registration in OAPI: Common Questions

Learn how trademark registration in OAPI works, from a single application covering 17 member states to local representation, examination, opposition and renewal.

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

The cost to register a trademark in OAPI is US$ 1200 for the first class, plus US$ 300 for each additional class. A trademark registered with OAPI is valid in all 17 member states: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire), Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Senegal and Togo.

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

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 OAPI is simple, secure, and fully compliant.

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

Registering a trademark with the Organisation Africaine de la Propriété Intellectuelle OAPI allows you to obtain a single registration that grants protection in all seventeen (17) member states: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire), Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Senegal and Togo.

OAPI is a member state of the Madrid Protocol, so an international registration can also be extended to this region through the Madrid System. We offer trademark filing through the Madrid System.

If you register a combined trademark (including both word and figurative elements) in OAPI, the exclusive right to use the mark is limited to the exact configuration in which it was filed and registered. If you wish to use only the word element or only the figurative element separately, it is recommended to file an additional trademark covering just those elements.

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

To register a trademark in OAPI, 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 OAPI?

The average application process takes 5 months.

This is an estimated process time for straightforward cases based on current timeframes for applications. It may vary considerably.

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

Registered trademarks in OAPI have a validity of 10 years from the application date.

They can be renewed indefinitely for further periods of ten (10) years. Renewal can be requested during a grace period of six (6) months after expiration, upon payment of a late renewal fee.

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

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

Opposition actions may be filed by interested third parties within six (6) months following the publication of the trademark application in the Official Gazette. The chances of success will vary in each case depending on the circumstances.

Expand iconCollapse iconIs Trademark Use Required to Maintain Registration in OAPI?

A trademark does not need to be in use in order to be registered in OAPI.

However, if the trademark is not used for more than five (5) years after registration, it becomes vulnerable to cancellation actions based on lack of use. To prevent this, use of the mark can take place in any of the OAPI member states, not just one specific country.

DIY vs. Professional Trademark Registration in OAPI

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

Filing Directly with OAPI Yourself

Filing Directly with OAPI Yourself

  • You must identify the applicant, provide the mark and define the goods or services and their classes.
  • You may file with OAPI or through the industrial property administration of a member state.
  • If you are domiciled outside the OAPI member states, you must appoint a representative established in one of them.
  • You must monitor publication and the three-month period in which third parties can oppose your application.
  • You must address any formal deficiencies and track OAPI’s decision within the applicable deadlines.
Professional Trademark Registration in OAPI

Professional Trademark Registration in OAPI

  • We help you define the applicant, classes and goods or services for the regional application.
  • We prepare the filing and coordinate submission through local counsel, including the required representation for applicants domiciled outside OAPI.
  • Your dedicated specialist tracks publication, examination and key deadlines, and keeps you updated.
  • If an objection or opposition arises, we explain your options and can coordinate a response as a separate service.
  • We provide a clear quote covering official filing fees and our registration service fees before you proceed.
  • A professional review of earlier trademarks with effects in OAPI is 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.

Register Your Trademark Across 17 OAPI Countries

Start online and let us coordinate the classes, documentation and filing with local counsel.

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