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🛒 تسوق الآنLibya Relaunches Electronic Trademark Gazette and Updates Trademark Law
Libya Relaunches Electronic Trademark Gazette and Updates Trademark Law
Libya Resumes Trademark Publications After 18-Month Suspension
Libya's Ministry of Economy and Trade officially launched the first issue of the 2026 Electronic Trademark Gazette on 14 May 2026, ending a publication freeze that lasted more than 18 months. The inaugural issue covers trademark registration applications numbered 55,261 through 57,597 — a backlog of over 2,300 applications — now accessible through the Commercial Registry Authority's electronic announcement system.
The move follows Prime Minister directives to strengthen intellectual property protection and regulate the commercial environment based on modern, transparent standards. Going forward, the authority will publish 500 trademarks every five days, steadily clearing the accumulated pipeline.
New Electronic Opposition Procedure
The reformed system introduces a fully electronic opposition process. Third parties may file oppositions during the publication period through the online platform, a significant improvement over the previous paper-based workflow. Opponents must submit supporting grounds within seven working days of filing.
The objection window is set at 30 working days from the publication date. The Trademark Office's committee reviews oppositions and typically renders decisions within one to four months, depending on volume. All committee decisions remain subject to appeal before the competent court within legally prescribed timeframes.
Updated Trademark Law: Similarity Scoring Model
Libya's Trademark Office has also published an updated Trademark Law with substantial procedural and substantive changes. A centerpiece of the reform is a numerical similarity assessment model rated on a 100-point scale, adjustable by up to 10 points based on defined criteria.
- 70–100 points: High misleading similarity — triggers in-depth assessment and likely refusal
- 50–65 points: Possible similarity — examiner exercises discretionary power
- Below 50 points: No effective similarity — registration accepted
The model evaluates visual, phonetic, and conceptual similarity between marks, alongside the nature, intended purpose, and trade channels of the goods or services. A refusal requires both trademark similarity and goods-or-services similarity, preventing overbroad rejections.
Renewal Rules: Decree No. 586 of 2024
Separately, the Ministry of Economy issued Decree No. 586 of 2024, introducing additional renewal requirements. Trademark proprietors must now submit a financial statement acknowledging the trademark as an intangible asset and including its valuation upon renewal. The renewal fee is set at US$2,000 per year.
According to One World IP, the decree does not clarify whether these renewal fees combine with amounts specified in the earlier Decree No. 26 of 2024, creating ambiguity that practitioners are seeking to resolve with Ministry officials. Industry observers note the US$2,000 annual fee is significant for the Libyan market and may influence renewal strategies for trademark portfolios.
Practical Impact for Trademark Owners
The gazette relaunch restores the opposition process that had been effectively suspended since late 2024. Brand owners — both domestic and international — should actively monitor newly published applications and file oppositions within the 30-day window where conflicting marks appear.
The combination of electronic filing, a structured similarity scoring model, and updated renewal requirements signals Libya's intent to align its trademark regime with international standards. For businesses operating in the Libyan market, the reforms bring both greater procedural clarity and new compliance obligations that require prompt attention.
— Libya Press / Economy Desk
