The Ministry of Economy continues to dedicated to its stakeholders and customers not just by remaining open for business. And, Also, closely monitoring all the latest information regarding the novel COVID-19 outbreak. But also reducing fees of trademark applications in UAE with discounts of up to 98 percent!
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The Minister of Economy in UAE, Sultan Al Mansouri, stated the significant reduction in fees for several services of the (MOE). MOE which it provides to companies, individuals also help reduction of cost to establish business within jurisdictions of UAE. He also said it is target to reduce the burden of investment and commercial institutions in the country.
With the announcement of UAE Cabinet Resolution (of 2020) No. 20 regarding service fees, the Ministry of Economy also acknowledges that these are uncertain and challenging times for everyone. As documented in resolution passed by the UAE Cabinet. The ministry is now moving forward in the implementation of the fee changes.
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Trademark Applications with Reduced Fees
| # | Service | % of Fee Reduction | Previous Service Fee (AED) | New Service Fee (AED) |
| 1 | Application for an additional inspection with regards to infringement of a trademark | 25 | 1000 | 750 |
| 2 | Each copy – sale of trademarks circulate | 50 | 100 | 50 |
| 3 | Submission of an application by trademark holder in UAE to introduce an addition or amendment to a registered mark | 30 | 500 | 350 |
| 4 | Submission of an application for the modification of the usage method for a mark that’s used in signifying inspection or monitoring has been made | 30 | 500 | 350 |
| 5 | Application for true copies of contents of trademark registry or any document or application mentioning the trademark that is issued by or submitted to the competent department | 25 | 200 | 150 |
| 6 | Application for the search or investigation of a trademark | 30 | 500 | 350 |
| 7 | Fees for application providing notice to the registry for pledging related trademarks or a trademark, transfer of trademark, or license | 26 | 1700 | 1250 |
| 8 | Application for providing official notice to the trademark registry of the cancellation of the pledge of registered mark and/or related marks | 30 | 500 | 350 |
| 9 | Application for providing notification to the registry with regards to the cancellation of licensing usage entry of a trademark | 30 | 500 | 350 |
| 10 | Application for the registration of a mark or marks of products, goods, or services that are related to one category | 25 | 6700 | 5000 |
| 11 | Application for the registration of a trademark signifying products, goods or services which are related to one category have already been inspected or monitored. | 25 | 1000 | 750 |
| 12 | Renewal application for the registration of a mark or marks of products, goods, or services that are related to one category | 25 | 6700 | 5000 |
| 13 | Registration of a mark signifying products, goods, or services which relate to one category have already been inspected or monitored | 25 | 10000 | 7500 |
| 14 | Renewal of trademark registration with the mark signifying that products, goods or services relevant to one category have already been inspected and monitored | 25 | 10000 | 7500 |
| 15 | Submission of data entry request for Trademark Register by a registered trademark’s holder or owner | 30 | 500 | 350 |
| 16 | Application for protection period renewal for a registered trademark or dedicated mark in order to indicate inspection or supervision if the application was submitted during the protection period’s last year and for every single mark of the trademarks in a group | 25 | 1000 | 750 |
| 17 | Application for protection period renewal for a registered trademark or dedicated trademark in order to indicate inspection or supervision if the application for renewal was submitted during three months following the expiration of the protection period and for every mark thereof | 25 | 2000 | 1500 |
| 18 | Objection to a proposed trademark’s registration with the ministry | 25 | 10000 | 7500 |
| 19 | Application for a hearing to present case of parties involved prior to making a decision regarding objections to a proposed trademark’s registration | 30 | 500 | 350 |
| 20 | Complaining from an application refusal for introducing modifications or an addition to a trademark that has been recorded | 26 | 2500 | 1850 |
| 21 | Temporary trademark protection application for a mark that is in international and/or national exhibits | 30 | 500 | 350 |
| 22 | Objection to application for providing notification to the registry regarding the cancellation of licensing usage entry for a trademark | 30 | 500 | 350 |
| 23 | Issuance of a registered trademark’s lost or misplaced certificate of ownership | 25 | 1000 | 750 |
| 24 | Grievance for dismissal decision objecting a proposed trademark’s registration | 25 | 10000 | 7500 |
| 25 | Trademark certificate replacement issuance | 25 | 200 | 150 |
| 26 | Cancellation request for a propose trademark’s registration | 25 | 10000 | 7500 |
| 37 | Trademark proxy registration (for a foreign corporate) | 25 | 10000 | 7500 |
If you require more information regarding fees or processes related to trademark applications in UAE, please contact Farahat & Co’s team of Trademark Specialists.
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