Guinea

Population: 7.6 million
Major languages: French, various tribal languages
Major religions: Islam, Christianity, indigenous beliefs
Form of government: Multiparty republic
Monetary unit: 1 Guinean franc = 100 centimes
Main exports: Bauxite, alumina, gold, diamond, coffee, fish, agricultural products
Internet domain: .gn
Time zone: GMT
International dialling code: +224

International Arrangements:

GUINEA became a member state of OAPI with effect from 13th January 1990.

It is no longer possible to file new trade mark applications in GUINEA alone.
Protection in this country is now obtained by applications filed in OAPI (see separate text).

GUINEA registrations effected prior to 13th January 1990 continue to be dealt with in accordance with the previous procedures, and no announcement has been made concerning the taking of such registrations onto the OAPI register.

Documents required:

A. New Applications

• See OAPI text page.

 

B. Renewals

• Power of Attorney (not legalised) – a separate form is required for each registration.
• 10 Prints, even for word marks in ordinary type.

 

C. Assignments/Mergers

• Power of Attorney (not legalised).
• Deed of Assignment or other instrument of title, with verified French translation.

 

D. Change of Name

• Power of Attorney (not legalised).
• Certificate of Change of Name, with verified French translation.

 

E. Change of Address

• Power of Attorney (not legalised).

 

F. Licences/Registered Users

• Powers of Attorney (not legalised) from proprietor and licensee.
• Licence Agreement, with verified French translation.

PATENTS

International arrangements:

• Paris Union (from 5 February 1982)
• WIPO (from 13 November 1980)
• OAPI (from 13 January 1990)
• PCT (from 27 May 1991)

 

Trademarks

See OAPI