Trademark Registration in United Arab Emirates
Overview of Trademark Protection in United Arab Emirates
The Trademark Department of the Ministry of Economy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is responsible for overseeing trademark registrations in the country, granting exclusive rights across with a single application. As a member of the Madrid System, the UAE provides an efficient pathway for businesses to be designated in an International Registration (IR) through the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), allowing for a streamlined protection across multiple jurisdictions globally.
By securing your trademark, you strengthen your position in the UAE’s fast-growing economy and gain confidence in expanding your business throughout the Middle East.
Aspect
Details
Official Trademark Office
Trademark Department of the Ministry of Economy
Relevant Law
The Federal Decree Law no. 36 of 2021 on Trademarks
Countries Covered
The United Arab Emirates has one common (Federal) Trademark Law which covers the seven emirates of Dubai, Abu-Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al-Kaimah, Ajman, Fujairah and Umm Al-Quwain.
Registration Period
10 years (renewable)
Renewal Requirement
Every 10 years
Trademark Examination
The application process includes a classification, and formalities check alongside an examination on both absolute and relative grounds. The absolute grounds assessment primarily evaluates whether the mark is distinctive enough to differentiate your goods and/or services from those of others.
Additionally, under relative grounds, the Trademark Department will assess whether your mark is likely to deceive, cause confusion, or conflict with any identical or similar prior registrations.
Opposition Period
30 days after publication
Use Requirement
Must be used within 5 years of registration to maintain validity
Average Registration Time
6 months if no refusals or objections occur
Unique Aspects
– The United Arab Emirates is a member of the International MADRID Trademark System (WIPO).
– The United Arab Emirates has a multiple-class filing system, making it possible to apply for broader protection under a single trademark application.
– Trademark protection cannot be obtained certain goods such as alcoholic goods and pork products, or the related retail services
Fixed registration prices. No surprises.
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The National Registration fee, starts at:
Basis fee UAE
starting at EUR 2000
Additional class
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Trademark registration prices are per trademark and always include the local official authority fee and Trademarkhost services like…
- Identical check
- trademark assessment
- Risk analysis
- Strategy advice
- Classification analysis and specification
- Filling of Applications up to and including registration
- Certificate of registration
- First advice refusal and/or opposition
VAT: For EU members all prices are exclusive of VAT.
Aprox. Prices: These are indicative, non-binding, starting prices and the final cost may vary depending on your specific situation, including the number of classes, and any changes to official fees set by the relevant government authority.
International Registration system: If you are considering using the Madrid International Trademark System, please note that costs per country are typically lower compared to filing directly through national procedures. We’re happy to check whether this option is suitable for your specific case — just get in touch with us for a tailored quote.
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