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Register a Trademark in Ghana
Protect your brand name, logo, or slogan
Fees
GHS 500-1,500 per class
Timeline
6-18 months
Last verified
2026-10
Step-by-Step Process (5 steps)
Conduct trademark search
Search the trademark register at RGD to ensure your mark is not already registered or similar to existing marks.
Required:
- • Search fee
- • Clear description or image of the mark
File application
Submit trademark application to RGD with: the mark (word/logo), list of goods/services using Nice Classification, applicant details.
Required:
- • Trademark application form
- • Representation of the mark
- • List of goods/services (Nice Classification)
- • Filing fee per class
Examination
RGD examiner reviews the application for compliance and potential conflicts. You may receive office actions requiring response.
Publication in Gazette
If accepted, the mark is published in the Industrial Property Journal. 2-month opposition period for third parties.
Registration
If no opposition (or opposition resolved), registration certificate is issued. Protection lasts 10 years from filing date, renewable.
Set a reminder to renew before the 10-year expiry
Consider ARIPO filing for regional protection
All Requirements
- ✓ Clear representation of the mark
- ✓ List of goods/services
- ✓ Applicant identification
- ✓ Filing fee (per class)
- ✓ Power of attorney (if using an agent)
Official Sources
Steps and fees reviewed 2026-10. Official links: 2 of 3 answered when ONIM checked them on 2026-11-12 — a link that did not answer may still work from your own country. Always check official sources.
Disclaimer: These guides summarize official government procedures from published sources. Fees, timelines, and requirements may change. Always verify with the official agency before starting a process. This is not legal advice.