Two pieces of news have recently come to light regarding trade mark matters in Libya, which have significant implications for rights holders there. We summarise these developments relating to the cancellation of certain trade marks and an increase in the official fees for renewal payments.

The Libyan Trade Mark Office has announced that it will resume accepting new trade mark applications, as of 2^nd September 2024. 

At long last, the implementing regulations for the 2010 Trade Mark Act have been brought into force in Libya. These provide some much needed clarity to the practical considerations of trade mark applications, as well as bringing an increase in the official fees

The Libyan Trade Mark Office (TMO) has officially resumed its full activities after a 6-month suspension.