International and Regional arrangements

Paris Union

TRADEMARKS

The International classification of goods and services are applicable.

Types of Trademarks registrable

Service marks are registrable, Collective, certification and Defensive marks are available. Multi class applications are acceptable.

Documents required for trademark registration

1. A simply signed Power of Attorney in duplicate (not legalized)
2. Prints of the mark except for word marks in ordinary type
3. Specification of goods in French
4. Copy of corresponding basic registration (where applicable)
5. Full details of the applicant

Renewals

Valid for an initial period of ten (10) years counting from the date of filing and renewable every (10) years thereafter

Documents Required for Assignment Applications

1. Simply signed power of attorney
2. Notarized deed of assignment

Change of Name Applications

1. Simply signed power of attorney in duplicate
2. Certificate of Change of Name in French
3. Original Certificate of Registration for endorsement

Change of Address/ Name Applications

1. Simply signed power of attorney
2. Certificate of Change of Name or Address duly notarized

License Applications

1. Simply signed power of attorney
2. License Agreement with French Translation

PATENTS

In the Djibouti, PCT applications are not recognized as it is not yet a signatory to the PCT Treaty.

Filing Requirements for National Patent Applications

1. Power of Attorney simply signed
2. 3 copies of the specifications, claims and drawing with French translation
3. Certified copy of the Priority claim
4. Details of the Applicant/Inventor