Service Description

Application for a trademark in one class.

The procedure for registering a trademark in Malawi is as follows:

1. Conduct a search to ensure a trademark is available.

2. If available, prepare an application to register a trademark together with Power of Attorney, representation of the word mark or device mark.

3. Formal filing receipt issued within 2 weeks.

4. Examination process continues, Notice of Acceptance issued within 2 to 3 weeks.

5. File a proof of advertisement, trademark advertised in the Gazette for a period of 2 months.

6. If no opposition raised for a period of 2 months, certificate of registration is issued.

Minimum period from application to certificate of registration: 3 months

Maximum period from application to certificate of registration (no opposition): 4 months

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