Trademark Registration in Mozambique

Mozambique is a member of the Madrid Protocol. Applications can be filed either through the Madrid Protocol or directly through a local attorney in the country. A notarized power of attorney must be submitted. A list of the classes in which the trademark will be used and a specimen of the trademark must be submitted. The classes must be specified in Portuguese. If priority is claimed, the priority document must be submitted in Portuguese. A multi-class system is used, and the international Nice Classification applies. The term of protection for a trademark is 10 years. The trademark can be maintained indefinitely by renewal every 10 years. After official examination, the trademark is published for 2 months. Third parties may file an opposition during this period. There is a 5-year use requirement. If the trademark is not used for 5 years, third parties may file a cancellation action against it. Renewal is required every 10 years.