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Trademark Registration in UAE - Protect Your Brand Nationwide

Trademark applications in the UAE are administered by the
Ministry of Economy Trademark Office. The Registry
oversees the examination, publication, opposition, and registration
of trademarks across all seven Emirates. The UAE follows a
structured process involving both formal and substantive
examination, ensuring that only distinctive and law-compliant
marks proceed to registration.

Why Trademark Registration is Important in UAE?

Brand Protection: Safeguard your business identity, logo, and brand from potential infringement and unauthorized use.

Legal Ownership: Gain exclusive rights to use your trademark in the UAE and protect your intellectual property legally.

Business Credibility: A registered trademark increases your brand’s value and credibility, giving customers confidence in your services.

Market Expansion: Registration provides the foundation to expand your brand locally and internationally without the fear of duplication.

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How the UAE Trademark Registration Works

The UAE trademark registration system follows a structured sequence of reviews, publications, and legal checks. These steps ensure that trademarks meet all statutory requirements and remain protected over time.

1

Filing

The application is submitted through the MOEC online portal with the required details, including the trademark representation, applicant information, and the list of goods/services as per the NICE Classification. Once filed, the application receives an official filing number

2

Examination

The Registry conducts a formal examination to verify documents and filing accuracy, followed by a substantive examination to assess distinctiveness and compliance with UAE Trademark Law, including a search for conflicting prior trademarks. Marks that appear non-distinctive may still be accepted if supported by a foreign registration issued by a jurisdiction with a rigorous substantive examination system.

3

Acceptance & Publication

If the application clears examination without objections, the mark is formally accepted and, upon payment of publication fees, published in the UAE Trademark Journal for public review and potential opposition

4

Opposition Period

Once published, third parties have a statutory 30-day period to file an opposition. If no opposition is filed, or if any opposition is successfully resolved in favor of the applicant, the application proceeds to the registration stage.

5

Registration

After payment of the registration fee, the Registry issues the official Trademark Registration Certificate on the same day

6

Validity & Renewal

The protection is granted for a term of ten years, with the option to renew indefinitely in successive ten-year periods by paying the prescribed renewal fees.

Trademark Services Available in UAE

01

Attorney-Assisted Search

In-depth legal search for conflicts.

02

Trademark Registration Services

Full filing and application management.

03

Trademark Renewal Services

Hassle-free renewals to keep your protection active.

04

Watch & Monitoring Services

Continuous monitoring of Uae trademarks to spot potential conflicts.

05

Ownership Transfer / Assignment

Efficient handling of trademark ownership changes in the Uae

06

Licensing & Franchising Support

Expert guidance to license or expand your Uae brand.

Requirements for Filing

Applicant name & business entity (individual or company).

Trademark details (word/logo/combined)

Classes of goods/services (Nice Classification)

Official Fee 1,785.00
Professional Fee 350.00
Bank Charge 30.00
Total 2,165.00
Search Fee 150.00

Timeline

Approx. 3–4 months for registration in a straightforward case without objections.

Validity & Renewal

The trademark is protected for 10 years, renewable indefinitely for further 10-year periods by paying renewal fees.

Frequently Ask Questions

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Q1: How long does trademark registration take in the Uae?

If no objections or oppositions arise, trademark registration in the UAE typically takes 3–4 months.

Q2: Do I need a UAE address to file?

Q3: How long does a Uae trademark last?

Q4: Are multi-class trademark applications allowed in the UAE?

Q5: Is Arabic translation required?

Q6: What is the opposition period in the UAE?

Q7: Can foreigners own trademarks in the UAE?

Q8: Can I register both goods and services?

Q9: Can I file through the Madrid Protocol?

Q10: Is trademark use required before filing?

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