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Identify potential conflicts before filing and avoid costly oppositions before OAPI.
Prior Art Search
Check the Availability
Avoid trademark conflicts before filing. Our prior art search explores OAPI and international databases.
Benefit from a comprehensive analysis of existing trademarks to secure your filing and optimize your chances of registration with OAPI.
Fact Sheet
Prior Art Search at a Glance
Detailed report OAPI database Prior art Expert analysis
Prior Art Search is a crucial step before any trademark filing. It involves examining trademarks already registered or pending registration with OAPI and international databases to check the availability of your distinctive sign. A complete report is provided with a detailed risk analysis.
Perfect for
Trademark applicants, creators and entrepreneurs wishing to secure their filing and avoid opposition or cancellation risks.
Benefits
Why choose our service?
Key benefits of our prior art search for your project.
Time Savings
Our experts complete the search in days, saving you weeks of manual checks.
Expert Analysis
A detailed report with legal analysis of each identified prior art and personalized recommendations.
Required Documents
Required Documents
Prepare these items before launching your prior art search.
Distinctive Sign
Name, logo or slogan to check, in text or image format
Targeted Classes
List of products and services concerned (Nice Classification)
ID Document
ID card or passport of the applicant (individual or legal entity)
Search Mandate
Signed form authorizing consultation of OAPI databases
Process
Our 3-step process
Rigorous support, from definition to report delivery.
1
Search Definition
Analysis of your project to determine the classes and databases to explore based on your needs.
2
Database Exploration
Systematic consultation of OAPI registers and international databases by our experts.
3
Analysis Report
Delivery of a complete report with identified prior art, risk analysis and recommendations.
Pricing
Prior Art Search Packages
Packs adapted to every need, from essential to premium.
Starter
From
50,000 FCFA
Custom quote
- Search on 1 class
- OAPI database consultation
- Simplified report
Top Choice
Standard
From
125,000 FCFA
Custom quote
- Up to 3 classes
- OAPI + international databases
- Detailed report with analysis
- Personalized advice
Premium
From
Custom quote
Custom quote
- Unlimited classes
- In-depth search
- Personalized assistance
- Dedicated advisor
Ready to start your search?
Ensure your trademark's availability before filing. Our team of experts supports you every step of the way.