At Legal Morocco, we accompany businesses, entrepreneurs, and international companies through every stage of trademark registration in Morocco and trademark protection. As a leading law firm in intellectual property and litigation, we ensure that your brand is secured in compliance with Moroccan industrial property law and international standards.
Trademark registration in Morocco is governed by Law 17-97 on Industrial Property, as amended, and administered by OMPIC (Office Marocain de la Propriété Industrielle et Commerciale). Given the increasing challenges posed by counterfeiting and improper use of brands, securing trademark rights has become essential for any business operating in Morocco.
1. Why Register a Trademark in Morocco?
Registering your trademark grants you:
✔ Exclusive rights
You obtain the legal right to use the mark for the designated goods and services throughout the Moroccan territory.
✔ Protection against infringement
Registration allows Legal Morocco to act swiftly through cease-and-desist letters, opposition actions, customs seizures, and court proceedings.
✔ Enhanced brand credibility
A registered trademark increases consumer confidence and strengthens your business identity.
✔ Key asset for expansion
A registered mark can be licensed, franchised, or sold valuably.
2. What Can Be Registered?
Moroccan law allows protection of:
- Word marks
- Logos and figurative elements
- Slogans
- Combined marks
- Shapes (3D marks)
- Colors or sound marks (under specific conditions)
The sign must be distinctive, lawful, and not misleading to the public.
3. The Trademark Registration Procedure in Morocco
At Legal Morocco, we ensure a seamless process covering all technical and legal requirements:
Step 1 — Trademark Availability Search
We conduct a comprehensive search through OMPIC’s database to detect identical or confusingly similar marks. This step is crucial to minimize the risk of rejection or future disputes.
Step 2 — Filing the Application with OMPIC
We prepare and submit the trademark application, including:
- Applicant’s information
- Mark representation
- List of goods and services (Nice Classification)
- Power of Attorney (when required for foreign applicants)
Step 3 — Formal and Substantive Examination
OMPIC examines the application to verify legal compliance. If objections arise, Legal Morocco responds with legal arguments to protect the application.
Step 4 — Publication in the OMPIC Bulletin
The mark is published for a 2-month opposition period, during which third parties may challenge the application. Our team handles opposition defense and monitors publications.
Step 5 — Registration and Certificate
If no opposition is filed—or if opposition is successfully dismissed—the trademark proceeds to registration. OMPIC issues an official Trademark Registration Certificate.
4. Duration and Renewal
A Moroccan trademark is valid for 10 years from the filing date and can be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year periods.
Legal Morocco manages renewal reminders and filing to ensure continuous protection.
5. Trademark Enforcement and Litigation
What sets Legal Morocco apart is our ability to represent clients both before OMPIC and before Moroccan courts, ensuring full-spectrum protection:
- Opposition and litigation before OMPIC
- Civil and commercial lawsuits
- Border measures and customs seizures
- Criminal actions in counterfeiting cases
- Negotiation and settlement of disputes
Unlike trademark agents who cannot litigate, Legal Morocco provides comprehensive legal representation throughout the entire process.
6. International Trademark Registration (Madrid System)
For companies expanding abroad, Morocco is part of the Madrid System, allowing international registration designating multiple member countries. Legal Morocco assists with:
- Filing international applications
- Managing designations of Morocco by foreign applicants
- Responding to provisional refusals issued by OMPIC
Conclusion
Registering your trademark in Morocco is an essential investment in the protection and growth of your brand. At Legal Morocco, our experienced legal team ensures secure, strategic, and efficient trademark registration and enforcement—both nationally and internationally.
For assistance with trademark registration, opposition, renewal, or litigation, Legal Morocco is your trusted partner.
For more details, visit our Trademark Service page :
Trademark Registration in Morocco
Trademark Protection & Monitoring in Morocco
Trademark Infringement & Dispute Resolution