Trademark Registration Services in Dubai, UAE
At Farahat & Co., end-to-end support for trademark-filing services in Dubai and the whole United Arab Emirates (UAE) is provided to ensure that your brand, logo, or tagline is legally protected by the UAE Ministry of Economy. Our experts guide start-up, SME or multinational companies through the entire UAE trademark registration process in a simple but cost-effective way and are legally compliant.
Comprehensive Guide to Trademark Registration
Trademark registration is the process of legally securing your brand identity—whether it is a name, logo, or slogan—so that no one else can use it without your permission.
Trademark registration in the UAE is managed by the government under the Ministry of Economy. The law protects trademarks under Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2021 on Trademarks. By registering, you prevent unauthorized use of your brand and gain exclusive rights across the UAE.
Our services include:
- Trademark registration UAE – Protects your brand within the country.
- Trademark registration in Dubai – Local guidance and filing within Dubai jurisdiction.
- Trademark Registration UAE cost – Not hidden charges in the transparent fee structure.
- Comprehensive support on the complete process of trademark registration in the UAE.
At Farahat & Co., we don’t just register trademarks. We protect the identity of your business.
Company Trademark Registration in the UAE and International Jurisdictions
If you’re running a business, it’s critical to get your company trademark registered. It protects your company name, product brands, and intellectual property.
We assist with:
- Trademark registration in UAE via the Ministry of Economy.
- Trademark registration Indonesia and other Asian jurisdictions.
- United States trademark registration for businesses planning to expand into the U.S.
- Advice regarding copyright and trademark registrations to protect both creative and business assets.
Farahat & Co. helps you secure international protection for your brand through agreements like the Madrid Protocol, thus taking you beyond the borders of the UAE.
Trademark Registration Authorities, Requirements and Costs
Trademark registration service enables the registration of a new trademark, whereby the registration application is examined and reviewed to verify that the trademark to be registered is not identical or similar to one previously registered or requested from the Ministry of Economy & Tourism.
Documents needed for trademark registration:
- In the event that the application is submitted in a personal name and the trademark owner is from within the country, a license is not required
- A commercial license is required if the application is submitted in the name of a company or institution
- Compulsory legal power of attorney if the application is submitted through a trademark registration agent registered in the trademark register
- In the event that the trademark owner is from outside the country, it is obligatory to submit the application through a registration agent and to attach the legal and notarized power of attorney.
The costs for trademark registration in the UAE are summarized as follows:
- Filing/Application fee: AED 750
- Publication Fee: AED 750
- Registration Fee: AED 5,000
- Fine fees for late payment of trademark registration fees: AED 1,000 per month, with a maximum of AED 10,000 annually, with the full month’s portion calculated.
Trademark Registration Requirements & Online Procedure
The trademark registration process in UAE has been faster and simplified through the online portal of the Ministry of Economy.
The basic trademark registration requirements are:
- A trademark that is neither identical nor similar to already registered trademarks.
- It must not resemble signs deemed prohibited or offensive.
- Application must specify one or various trademark classes.
- If the trademark owner is from outside the country, it is mandatory to submit the application through a registration agent and attach the legal power of attorney, certified, notarized, and translated into Arabic.
Farahat & Co. handles the entire online trademark registration process from preliminary search to grant, saving your time and helping avoid costly mistakes.
General Trademark Registration in UAE
When you are planning to register a trademark in UAE, here is what you should know:
- Who Can Register a Trademark?
- UAE-based companies (mainland or free zone)
- Foreign companies operating in the UAE
- Individuals with commercial activities
- Legal representatives acting on behalf of owners
- What Can Be Registered?
- Brand names and logos
- Product names and packaging designs
- Slogans and taglines
- Service marks and trade dress
- What Cannot Be Registered?
- Generic or descriptive terms
- Symbols resembling national flags or currencies
- Offensive, misleading, or religious content
- Marks identical or confusingly similar to existing trademarks
General Registration Requirements:
- You may conduct a UAE trademark search to know if your brand is available. It is highly recommended to conduct a trademark search via the official database of the Ministry of Economy before registering a trademark in the UAE.
- Your UAE trademark will be protected for a period of 10 years with the option to renew it.
- Trademark registration UAE fee is fixed by the Ministry of Economy.
At Farahat & Co., we assist clients with the whole trademark registration process, from conducting a thorough UAE trademark search to filing applications, handling objections, and monitoring timelines for registration. With our expertise, you can protect your business identity with complete confidence.
Legal Aspects & Processes
Trademarks in the UAE are governed under the UAE trademark law (Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2021), which provides exclusive rights to brand owners.
The important legal matters regarding the registration of trademark in UAE includes:
- Exclusive rights for the period of 10 years (renewable).
- Protection of trademarks in Dubai and across the UAE.
- Trademark infringement enforcement.
- Payment of UAE trademark official fees as per the government structure.
Farahat & Co. assists you in understanding both trademark and copyright registration in UAE, ensuring that you comply with every step of the UAE trademark registration.
Companies & Authorities
It is very crucial to select the appropriate experts for trademark registration. In the UAE trademark registration procedure, the filing must be done either directly by the owner or through a registered trademark agent licensed by the Ministry of Economy (MoE).
Some of our services include:
- To conduct UAE trademark searches from the official MoE database.
- Assist with making payments for the official UAE trademark registration fees.
- Giving step-by-step assistance through the registration process.
- Filing and corresponding with the MoE trademark registration office.
A registered agent like Farahat & Co. will ensure that the trademark registration is compliant with UAE law, properly submitted, and free from any avoidable errors or refusals.
Registration Steps & Checks
The registration of trademarks in the UAE is regulated by Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2021 on Trademarks and is managed by the Ministry of Economy (MoE). A registered trademark permits its owner to exclusively use it in the UAE for a period renewable after every 10 years.
Before application, however, businesses are required to do a trademark search in the UAE with the Ministry of Economy’s official database, which would confirm whether or not the trademark is available for use and is not registered elsewhere.
Thus, the stages of trademark registration in the UAE include the following:
- Application Submission – Filing through the Ministry of Economy’s official trademark registration portal.
- Examination – The Ministry verifies that the application satisfies all UAE laws and that it does not conflict with other existing trademarks after receiving an application.
- Publication – If accepted, marks are published in the Official Trademark Bulletin, which is issued twice a month. An objection period of 30 days is calculated from the date of issuing the Trademarks Bulletin.
- Registration: If there is no challenge, the Ministry gives the trademark registration certificate, protecting it for 10 years, which is renewable on the payment of the official fees.
The trademark registration UAE cost is determined by the Ministry of Economy, with official payments to be made at respective stages of process application, publication, and finally, registration.
Fees, Procedures & Offices -As per UAE Ministry of Economy (MoEc)
All trademark registrations in the UAE are handled by the Ministry of Economy (MoEc) through its official online portal and smart app.
| Step | Procedure | Cost (AED) |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Login to MOE website. | – |
| 02 | Select trademark service from the list. | – |
| 03 | Fill in the application form and attach documents. | – |
| 04 | Pay filing fee. MoEc: Application sent to department for review. Decision issued within 90 days. | 750 |
| 05 | On acceptance, pay publishing fee. MoEc: Late fee after 30 days – AED 100/month, max AED 1,000/year. MoEc: Accepted marks published in Official Bulletin (twice a month). MoEc: Objection period of 30 days begins. | 750 |
| 06 | After the objection period, pay the final registration fee. Certificate issued within 30 days. MoEc: Late fee after 30 days – AED 1,000/month, max AED 10,000/year. | 5,000 (for one class) |
Note: The total government cost for registering one trademark in one class in the UAE is AED 6,500 (covering filing, publication, and registration, if no opposition). This amount excludes our professional service fees.
Our services include:
- Trademark registration search in the UAE for ensuring availability.
- Assistance with filing at the UAE Patent and Trademark Office.
Farahat & Co. has a very transparent fee structure that helps you know upfront what the cost entails for a trademark registration in the UAE.
Why Farahat & Co. for Trademark Registration in Dubai?
- Expertise – More than 40 years of experience as legal and business advisors within the UAE.
- End-to-End Service – We assist with complete trademark registration procedures starting from searches till renewals.
- Knowledge of Local Authorities – Direct dealings with the Ministry of Economy trademark registration office UAE.
- Worldwide Coverage – Assist with international trademark filings such as OAPI (African Intellectual Property Organization), Indonesia, U.S.A., and other jurisdictions.
- Transparent Pricing – we provide a clear breakdown of trademark registration UAE cost with no hidden fees. It is to be noted that the firm may charge additional professional fees.
Your brand deserves protection. Farahat & Co. makes the process easy, efficient, and secure.
FAQs
- Clear design or logo of the trademark
- Copy of trade license
- Passport or Emirates ID of the applicant
- Power of Attorney (in the case of an agent)
- List of products or services to be protected under your trademark
Your Trademark Registration Services in Dubai can provide you with any other documents based on your business type.
Start Registering Now
It’s time to start. Don’t waste your time by waiting for the others to register your brand. Contact Farahat & Co. today for trademark registration in Dubai and the UAE. Let our trademark experts guide you through every step of the process so that you save time, cost, and stress.
Get in touch with us right now or send us an inquiry to start your UAE trademark registration.