Madagascar is a member of the Madrid Protocol. Applications can be filed through the Madrid Protocol or directly through a local attorney.
A notarized power of attorney must be submitted. 10 prints of the trademark to be registered must be submitted. If priority is claimed, a certified copy of the priority document and its French translation must also be submitted. A list of the classes in which the trademark will be used must be submitted in French.
A multi-class system is used, and the Nice Classification applies.
The term of protection for a trademark is 10 years. By renewing it every 10 years, the trademark can be used indefinitely.
There is a 3-year use requirement. If the trademark is not used for 3 years, it is deemed invalid.
Renewal is required every 10 years.