Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property
| Office Marocain de la Propriété Industrielle et Commerciale (French) المكتب المغربي للملكية الصناعية والتجارية (Arabic) | |
Location of OMPIC in Casablanca | |
OMPIC is headquartered in Casablanca, the economic heart of Morocco. | |
| Agency overview | |
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| Formed | 2000 |
| Jurisdiction | Morocco |
| Headquarters | Casablanca, Morocco 33°35′20″N 7°36′11″W / 33.589°N 7.603°W |
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| Parent agency | Ministry of Industry and Trade |
| Website | www |
The Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property (French: Office Marocain de la Propriété Industrielle et Commerciale; OMPIC) is the national body responsible for the protection of industrial property and the maintenance of the central commercial register in Morocco. Based in Casablanca, the office serves as a strategic pillar for the country's business climate, overseeing the registration of trademarks, patents, and industrial designs.[1]
Missions
In accordance with Law No. 13-99, OMPIC is tasked with several key functions aimed at fostering innovation and transparency in the business sector:[2]
- Industrial Property Protection: Keeping the national registers for patents, trademarks, and industrial designs.
- Commercial Register: Managing the Central Commercial Register to provide legal identity to Moroccan businesses.
- Information Dissemination: Providing technical and legal information to entrepreneurs and researchers regarding industrial property.
Digital Transformation
OMPIC has undergone a significant digital shift, aligning with Morocco's broader digital strategy. In 2025, the office reported a surge in digital services, with over 19,000 companies created entirely online by mid-year through its integrated platforms.[3] The office offers a fully digitalized catalog for trademark renewals and patent filings, aiming to simplify the administrative journey for startups.[4]
Innovation and Patents
Patent Activity (2024–2025)
In 2025, the office observed a notable increase in patent filings, particularly from resident inventors. The pharmaceutical industry emerged as a leading sector in innovation, reflecting Morocco's growing strategic focus on local manufacturing and health sovereignty.[5][6]
International Cooperation
Morocco maintains a strong partnership with the European Patent Office (EPO). In 2025, the two organizations celebrated 10 years of the validation system, which allows European patents to be validated in Morocco, reducing administrative burdens for international investors.[7]
Key Statistics (2024)
According to OMPIC's 2024 annual balance sheet, the office maintained growth across all indicators:[8]
| Indicator | Performance (2024) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Trademark Registrations | +15,000 | Growth |
| Company Creations (Total) | +93,000 | Stable |
| Resident Patents | +25% Increase | High Growth |
See also
References
- ^ "Services of OMPIC". Department of Moroccans Living Abroad. Retrieved 4 February 2026.
- ^ "OMPIC Missions". OMPIC (Archived). Retrieved 4 February 2026.
- ^ "OMPIC : Plus de 19 000 entreprises créées en ligne". Medias24. 13 June 2025. Retrieved 4 February 2026.
- ^ "OMPIC : Une offre élargie et digitalisée". Industries du Maroc. Retrieved 4 February 2026.
- ^ "Pharmaceutical industry leads patent filings in Morocco in 2025". Hespress EN. 2025. Retrieved 4 February 2026.
- ^ "Morocco patent filings strengthen in 2025". Saba IP. Retrieved 4 February 2026.
- ^ "OMPIC and EPO celebrate 10 years of validation". European Patent Office. Retrieved 4 February 2026.
- ^ "L'OMPIC dévoile des chiffres positifs pour l'année 2024". Medias24. 5 February 2025. Retrieved 4 February 2026.