While not mandatory, performing a preliminary search before registering a trademark in Ethiopia is highly recommended. Validity and non-useA trademark in Ethiopia is valid for consecutive periods of seven years from the date of application. Applicants need only submit a power of attorney legalised up to an Ethiopian consulate to file a renewal. Recordal of Change of Name: Requires a power of attorney and certificate of change of name, both legalised up to an Ethiopian consulate with verified English translations. Recordal of Change of Address: Requires a power of attorney and certificate of change of address, both legalised up to an Ethiopian consulate with verified English translations.
