Trademark Registration in Namibia

Namibia 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 simply signed power of attorney is required. A list of the classes in which the trademark will be used must be submitted. Fifteen prints of the trademark must be submitted, or the trademark may be sent electronically. A single-class system is used. A separate application must be filed for each class. The 5th edition of 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. 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.