Libya – Implementing Regulations for 2010 Trade Marks Act

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Written By Tim Noel

The long-awaited implementing regulations for the 2010 Trade Mark Act have finally been brought into force in Libya, with effect from 17 January 2024.  These regulations set out the practical terms of the law, and provide some clarity as to how trade mark applications will be handled  by the Ministry of Trade and Economy moving forwards.  For instance, the publication of trade marks has commenced today, 1st February 2024, and this will be electronic rather than in paper form.  In addition, the opposition period is now 30 days instead of 90 days.  The regulations provide that audio trademarks are now registrable, although it is still not clear how such applications will be treated by the Ministry and whether they will be accepted.

 

The implementation of the regulations also brings with it a marked increase in the official fees for trade mark matters.  This revision also introduces new charges for and a detailed categorization of renewal fees.

 

For further information on the costs or documentary requirements for trade mark applications in Libya, we would be pleased to answer your questions.

 
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Author: Tim Noel

Tim is a Chartered Trade Mark Attorney and manager in the Trade Marks department. He is responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the department, and offers free advice clinics to members of the public as well as sitting on the INTA Trademark Office Practices Committee.

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Tim Noel

Tim is a Chartered Trade Mark Attorney with over 17 years of experience supporting clients in all aspects of IP services.  He oversees and manages the department on a day-to-day basis.

Tim holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Bristol University and joined Lysaght in 2014 with eight years of experience in the IP industry.

Tim is responsible for prosecution work, in addition to registration and renewals in more complex jurisdictions. Tim also works on a number of contentious matters and opposition cases.  As well as his client portfolio and managerial responsibilities, Tim is a member of CITMA and volunteers for the free advice clinics to members of the public as well as sitting on the INTA Legislation and Regulation Committee.

In 2016 Tim was awarded the Postgraduate Certificate in Intellectual Property (with Merit) from Bournemouth University and became a Chartered Trade Mark Attorney in 2018.

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