Registering a brand name in Morocco is an essential step for any business or entrepreneur aiming to secure their brand identity and build trust in the marketplace. In this article, Legal Morocco provides a clear and practical guide on how to register a brand name in Morocco, covering legal requirements, procedures, and costs.
🏛️ Who Manages Brand Name Registration in Morocco?
In Morocco, brand names and trademarks are registered through:
OMPIC – Office Marocain de la Propriété Industrielle et Commerciale
Website: www.ompic.ma
OMPIC is responsible for managing industrial property rights including trademarks, trade names, and logos.
📌 Step-by-Step: How to Register a Brand Name in Morocco
1. ✅ Conduct a Trademark Search
Before registration, check if your brand name is already in use. Use OMPIC’s public trademark database or request Legal Morocco to perform a detailed search.
2. 📁 Prepare the Required Documents
- Applicant’s identity documents (CIN or passport)
- Commercial registration certificate (if a company)
- Brand name/logo in JPG format
- Description of goods/services and classification (Nice Classification)
3. 📝 File the Application
You can file the application:
- Online via www.directompic.ma
- In person or through a legal representative
4. 📰 Publication in the Official Bulletin
OMPIC will publish your application to allow for a 60-day opposition period.
5. 📜 Issuance of Registration Certificate
If no opposition is filed, OMPIC delivers a trademark registration certificate valid for 10 years, renewable indefinitely.
💰 How Much Does It Cost?
| Type of Fee | Estimated Cost (MAD) |
|---|---|
| Official OMPIC Fees | 1,250 MAD (1 class) |
| Legal Morocco Service | 3,000 – 5,000 MAD |
| Extra class | +250 MAD per class |
👉 Contact Legal Morocco for a full quote with tailored legal support.
🛡️ Why Register Your Brand Name?
- Legal protection against imitation or theft
- Enhances credibility and business reputation
- Adds commercial value for franchising or licensing
- Facilitates international registration via Madrid Protocol
🧠 Pro Tips from Legal Morocco
- Register early, especially before launching publicly
- Always register under the correct class of goods/services
- Renew your brand name every 10 years to maintain protection
📞 Need Help Registering Your Brand Name?
Legal Morocco provides full support for registering brand names and trademarks in Morocco, from search to certification.
OUR SERVICE PAGE : Trademark Registration & Protection in Morocco
📧 Email: contact@legalmorocco.com