Grenada joins the Madrid Protocol for International Trade Mark Registration

Written By Richard Stilwell

On 15 December 2025, the Government of Grenada officially deposited its instrument of accession to the Madrid Protocol with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). This marks a significant step for Grenada in aligning its trade mark system with international standards. The Protocol will enter into force for Grenada on 15 March 2026.

Under the accession terms, Grenada has declared an extended refusal period of 18 months, allowing for refusals based on opposition even after this period, in accordance with Articles 5(2)(b) and (c) of the Madrid Protocol.

Section 44 of Grenada’s Trademarks Act, 2012 (Act No. 1 of 2012) already provides that international treaties on trade marks prevail over local law in case of conflict. This means no additional legislation is required to implement the Madrid Protocol domestically, although supporting regulations are expected to be in place by the effective date. WIPO is collaborating with Grenada’s Registrar to ensure these regulations address operational details for processing international applications.

This accession will enable Grenadian businesses to protect their trade marks more efficiently across multiple jurisdictions, as well as allowing trade mark holders in other Madrid System members to designate Grenada in their international applications, fostering greater global trade opportunities with greater efficiency.

Seeking trade mark protection in Grenada? Get in touch with us at admin@lysaght.co.uk .

Richard Stilwell

Richard is a Chartered Trade Mark Attorney and manager in the Patents and Design department.  He is responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the department, as well as being part of operational working groups to develop and enhance internal policies and procedures. Richard graduated from the University of Leeds in 2012 with a Master’s degree (with Distinction) in Medicinal Chemistry, which included a placement year with a major U.K. pharmaceutical company. He joined Lysaght in 2015 and has worked in the IP industry for over ten years. In 2016 Richard was awarded the Postgraduate Certificate in Intellectual Property (with Distinction) from Bournemouth University, and he became a Chartered Trade Mark Attorney in 2018. He adds a considerable skill set to the company, where he is responsible for a wide-ranging portfolio, particularly for patent cases in the Caribbean and Middle East.  In his dual role, Richard also handles prosecution and contentious matters within the trade mark department in several complex jurisdictions.

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