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UAE Trademark Registration

Protect your brand in the UAE and GCC with trademark registration and IP advisory.

Overview

About This Service

The UAE Ministry of Economy manages trademark registration under Federal Law No. 36 of 2021. A registered UAE trademark provides 10 years of protection (renewable) and enables enforcement against infringers in all seven emirates. For GCC-wide protection, the GCC Trademark Office (Gulf Cooperation Council) allows a single application covering all six member states. JCA coordinates with UAE IP counsel to conduct availability searches, file applications, respond to objections, and manage the complete prosecution process.

Key Benefits

Why Choose This Structure

UAE-Wide Protection

Federal trademark covering all seven emirates — enforceable against infringers in all UAE courts.

GCC Single Filing

One GCC trademark application covers UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman simultaneously.

Enforcement Rights

Registered trademarks enable Customs recordal to block counterfeit imports at UAE ports and airports.

IP Holding Structure

Hold UAE trademarks in an offshore or free zone IP holding company for tax-efficient royalty income.

Process

How It Works

01

Availability Search

Conduct identical and similar mark searches in UAE Ministry of Economy database across relevant Nice classes.

02

Application Filing

File trademark application with transliteration (if applicable), specimen, and power of attorney through Ministry of Economy portal.

03

Examination & Publication

Respond to examination objections (if any) and manage the 30-day opposition period after publication in the Official Gazette.

04

Registration Certificate

Receive UAE trademark certificate valid for 10 years from application date, with reminder for renewal before expiry.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

UAE Trademark Registration

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