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ARTICLE · 02 MARCH 2026

ARIPO Approves Amendments To The Banjul Protocol On Marks

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The African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO) has approved a comprehensive update to the Banjul Protocol on Marks, covering the applicable Implementing Regulations, prescribed Forms and Official Fees. The changes were formally communicated by the Director General and are scheduled to take effect on 1 March, 2026.

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The African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO) has approved a comprehensive update to the Banjul Protocol on Marks, covering the applicable Implementing Regulations, prescribed Forms and Official Fees. The changes were formally communicated by the Director General and are scheduled to take effect on 1 March, 2026.

The revised framework applies to new, pending, and existing trademark applications and registrations. The amendments introduce revised official fees, clarified procedural rules, and a reorganized regulatory structure aimed at enhancing efficiency and transparency.

Revision of Official Fees

The amendments provide for a general increase in official fees payable under the Banjul Protocol. ARIPO has indicated that the revised fee structure is intended to strengthen administrative capacity and improve service delivery.

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