Seychelles Intellectual Property

A trade mark can be registered in the Seychelles pursuant to The Industrial Property Act, 2014 (Act 7 of 2014) which provides for local trade mark applications with effect from the date of application. 

The following information and documentation is required: 

1. name of the trade mark 
2. 10 copies of the mark (unless mark is word only) 
3. class(es) and specification of goods and/or services 
4. applicant’s name and address 
5. Power of Attorney (notarised) 
6. certified copy of priority document and Declaration (if priority is claimed) 

It usually takes about 8-12 months for the Seychelles Intellectual Property Office to process an application for registration. 

Once the registration is complete the Office will issue a Certificate of Registration. 

Classes 

The International Classification system is used. Multi-class applications are not allowed. A separate application is required for each class of goods and/or services. 

Renewal 

A trade mark registration is valid for 10 years after which it can be renewed for further periods of seven years.