| Office Marocain de la Propriété Industrielle et Commerciale (French) المكتب المغربي للملكية الصناعية والتجارية (Arabic) | |
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  Location of OMPIC in Casablanca | |
.jpg) OMPIC is headquartered inCasablanca, the economic heart of Morocco. | |
| Agency overview | |
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| Formed | 2000 |
| Jurisdiction | Morocco |
| Headquarters | Casablanca, Morocco 33°35′20″N7°36′11″W / 33.589°N 7.603°W /33.589; -7.603 |
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| Parent agency | Ministry of Industry and Trade |
| Website | www |
TheMoroccan 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 inMorocco. Based inCasablanca, the office serves as a strategic pillar for the country's business climate, overseeing the registration of trademarks, patents, and industrial designs.[1]
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]
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]
In 2025, the office observed a notable increase in patent filings, particularly from resident inventors. Thepharmaceutical industry emerged as a leading sector in innovation, reflecting Morocco's growing strategic focus on local manufacturing and health sovereignty.[5][6]
Morocco maintains a strong partnership with theEuropean 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]
According to OMPIC's 2024 annual balance sheet, the office maintained growth across all indicators:[8]
| Indicator | Performance (2024) | Status |
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| Trademark Registrations | +15,000 | Growth |
| Company Creations (Total) | +93,000 | Stable |
| Resident Patents | +25% Increase | High Growth |
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| Energy & Environment | ||
| Health & Research | ||
| Agriculture & Food | ||
| Social & Human | ||
