Trademark Registration in Senegal

Senegal is not a member of the Madrid Protocol. Applications can be filed 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. 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. There is a 3-year use requirement. If the trademark is not used for 3 years, third parties may file a cancellation action against it. Renewal is required every 10 years.