Lebanon (LB)

Lebanon, officially known as the Lebanese Republic, is a country in Western Asia. It is bordered by Syria to the north and east and Israel to the south, while Cyprus lies to its west across the Mediterranean Sea; its location at the crossroads of the Mediterranean Basin and the Arabian hinterland has contributed to its rich history and shaped a cultural identity of religious diversity. Lebanon is home to roughly six million people and covers an area of 10,452 square kilometres (4,036 sq. mi), making it one of the smallest countries in the world. The official language of the state is Arabic, while French is also formally recognized; the Lebanese dialect of Arabic is used alongside Modern Standard Arabic throughout the country.

Intellectual property protection in the Lebanon

Intellectual property office Office of Intellectual Property
Website http://www.economy.gov.lb
Contact details Down Town, Lazarieh Building
Ministry of Economy and Trade 4th floor Beirut
(961 1) 982 295

Patent

Time limit applicable for entry into the PCT national phase Not a member
Time limit applicable for filing Conventional application 12 months from the priority date
Language Arabic, French, and English
Representation Foreign applicants must be represented by Lebanese Patent Attorney
Power of Attorney A Power of Attorney notarized and legalized by the Lebanese Consulate

Trademark

Filing requirements
  • Request to register the trademark
  • Name and address of the applicant(s)
  • List of good(s) and/or service(s)
  • Representation of the mark
Multiple-class applications Yes
Power of Attorney A Power of Attorney notarized and legalized by the Lebanese Consulate
Opposition period No provision specified
Representation Foreign applicants must be represented by a Lebanese Trademark Attorney

Industrial Design

Filing requirements
  • A request for registration
  • Applicant(s) name and address
  • Description of design
  • Drawings or photographs of design
Multiple design applications Yes
Power of Attorney A Power of Attorney notarized and legalized by the Lebanese Consulate
Examination No examination
Representation Foreign applicants must be represented by a Lebanese Design Attorney

Source: WIPO and Wikipedia