Trademark Registration in Mauritius

Mauritius is not a member of the Madrid Protocol. Applications can be filed through a local attorney. An apostilled power of attorney must be submitted. The application documents must be submitted in English. A list of the classes in which the trademark will be used must be submitted. 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 2-year use requirement. If the trademark is not used for 2 years, third parties may file an action for its cancellation. Renewal is required every 10 years.