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Trademark Registration Services in the UAE
Protect Your Brand Identity with Professional Trademark Registration
Your brand name, logo, and visual identity are valuable business assets. Trademark registration secures legal ownership and protects your market position.
Our trademark registration services cover:
- Preliminary trademark search and conflict assessment
- Application preparation and filing with the Ministry of Economy
- Objection response and certificate follow-up
Farahat & Co. supports local and international clients through every stage of UAE trademark registration
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What is a Trademark?
Under Article 2 of UAE Federal Law No. 36 of 2021 on Trademarks, a trademark can take many forms beyond a simple logo.
Recognised forms of trademarks include:
- Names, words, signatures, letters, numbers, and seals
- Drawings, images, engravings, and packaging
- Graphic elements, colours, and colour combinations
- Shapes and three-dimensional marks
- Holograms, sound marks, and smell marks
In simple terms, a trademark is any distinctive sign that identifies and distinguishes the goods or services of one business from those of others.
Why registration matters:
A registered trademark gives your business stronger legal rights against unauthorised use or imitation, while strengthening brand recognition, market trust, and long-term commercial value.
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Who Can Register a Trademark in the UAE?
Under the UAE trademark law, the following persons or entities may apply to register a trademark in the UAE:
- UAE nationals and residents, whether natural or legal persons, engaged in commercial, industrial, professional, or service activities
- Foreign individuals or companies engaged in commercial, industrial, professional, or service activities, subject to reciprocity
- Legal persons engaged in commercial, industrial, professional, or service-related activities
Any legal person engaged in commercial, industrial, professional, and service-based activities.
Benefits of Registering a Trademark in the UAE
Registering a trademark delivers several commercial and legal advantages that extend well beyond simple brand recognition.
Key benefits include:
- Exclusive rights to use the trademark for the registered goods or services
- Stronger legal protection against unauthorised use, imitation, or infringement
- Greater ability to license, assign, franchise, or commercially exploit the brand
- Better market distinction and stronger customer recognition
- The right to take legal or administrative action against infringing parties
- Stronger brand value to support expansion, investment, and long-term growth
- Added protection against the circulation of counterfeit or infringing goods
A registered trademark is not just a defensive measure. It becomes a commercial asset that supports licensing deals, franchise expansion, and investor confidence
Documents Required for Trademark Registration
A complete document set helps avoid delays or objections during the Ministry of Economy review.
Standard documents required:
- A clear copy of the trademark or logo to be registered
- Copy of the trade licence, if applicable
- Passport copy of the applicant
- Power of Attorney, where required
- Priority document, if priority is being claimed
- List of goods and services to be covered by the application
- Any additional supporting documents requested by the Ministry of Economy
Practical note: the exact document set varies depending on whether the applicant is an individual or a company, and whether the mark includes a logo, word, or combination format. Confirming requirements before filing prevents avoidable delays.
Trademark Registration Process in the UAE
Trademark registration follows a defined four-stage process through the Ministry of Economy and Tourism.
- Step 1: Initial Trademark Search
A preliminary search checks for existing marks that may conflict with the proposed trademark, reducing the risk of objection or refusal. - Step 2: Application Submission
The application is submitted with the trademark sample, applicant details, and goods or services classification. An examination fee of AED 750 applies. - Step 3: Publication
Once approved, a publication fee of AED 750 applies. The mark is published in the Official Trademark Bulletin, opening a 30-day objection period. - Step 4: Registration
After the objection period closes, the registration fee of AED 5,000 is paid and the certificate is issued, generally within 30 days.
Validity and Renewal
A registered trademark is valid for 10 years from the application date and must be renewed to remain active
Trademark Registration Cost in the UAE
Trademark registration fees are set by the UAE Ministry of Economy and may be updated periodically.
Standard official fees:
| Stage | Fee (AED) |
| Application / Examination Fee | 750 |
| Publication Fee | 750 |
| Registration Fee | 5,000 |
| Total Official Charges | 6,500 |
Important notes:
- These figures cover filing, publication, and registration fees payable directly to the UAE Ministry of Economy
- Fees may change based on official MoE announcements
- Farahat & Co. service charges are separate and not included in the above figures
Contact us for a personalised quotation covering both official government fees and our professional service charges
Why Choose Farahat & Co. for Trademark Registration?
Trademark applications can be rejected or delayed due to classification errors, incomplete documents, or conflicting marks. Professional guidance significantly reduces this risk.
Farahat & Co. provides:
- Preparation and review of all required documents before submission
- Accurate filing of the trademark application with the Ministry of Economy
- Ongoing compliance support throughout the registration timeline
- Active follow-up on application status and any MoE queries
- Assistance with objections, renewals, and broader trademark protection strategy
We also recommend pairing registration with a trademark watch service, which monitors for potentially conflicting marks filed after your registration is complete, giving you an early opportunity to respond before a competing mark gains ground.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of trademarks can be registered in the UAE?
Word marks, logo marks, shape marks, sound marks, certification marks, collective marks, service marks, and product marks can all be registered in the UAE, subject to the applicable legal requirements.
How long is a trademark valid in the UAE?
A registered trademark is valid for 10 years from the application date and can be renewed indefinitely through the applicable renewal procedures. Failure to renew on time may result in removal from the register.
Do I need trademark registration or copyright protection for my business name?
Trademark registration is the appropriate form of protection for business names, brand names, logos, labels, and product names used in trade. Copyright protects original creative works, not commercial identifiers.
Who can apply for trademark registration in the UAE?
UAE nationals, residents, companies, and eligible foreign individuals or entities can apply, subject to the applicable legal requirements. Foreign applicants should confirm reciprocity arrangements between the UAE and their home country.
What documents are required for trademark registration in Dubai?
Required documents typically include a clear copy of the trademark, applicant details, trade licence copy if applicable, passport copy, Power of Attorney if required, and the list of goods or services covered by the application.
Can a trademark application be rejected in the UAE?
Yes. An application may be rejected if it conflicts with an existing mark, lacks distinctiveness, or fails to meet the legal requirements set by UAE authorities. A preliminary search before filing significantly reduces this risk.
Can I protect my logo and brand name under one trademark application?
This depends on your protection strategy. Many businesses register a word mark and a logo mark separately to secure broader protection, while others combine both elements into a single application depending on their specific needs.
How much does trademark registration cost in the UAE?
Standard official fees total AED 6,500, covering the AED 750 examination fee, AED 750 publication fee, and AED 5,000 registration fee. Professional service charges from Farahat & Co. are separate. Contact us for a personalised quotation.