Your brand is one of your most valuable business assets. Our comprehensive branding services help you establish a strong market presence, and registering your trademark in the UAE provides exclusive rights and legal protection against infringement. Our experienced team guides you through every step of the process, from search to final registration.
A trademark is a distinctive sign, symbol, word, phrase, logo, or design that identifies and distinguishes the products or services of one business from those of others. Our graphic design team can help create a unique visual identity for your brand. In the UAE, trademarks are governed by Federal Decree Law No. 36 of 2021 on Trademarks, which provides comprehensive protection for registered marks.
Registering your trademark grants you exclusive rights to use the mark in connection with your registered goods and services and provides legal recourse against unauthorised use by third parties.
Comprehensive search to ensure availability and avoid conflicts
Submit application to the UAE Ministry of Economy
Trademark published in the official gazette for opposition
Certificate issued upon successful registration
A UAE trademark registration provides protection within the UAE only. For broader protection across the Gulf region, you can file a GCC trademark application through the GCC Patent Office, which covers all six GCC member states. Our team can assist with both UAE and GCC filings.
A comprehensive search of the UAE Trademark Registry ensures your mark is available and does not conflict with existing registrations. Our team conducts thorough searches across all 45 classes to minimise objection risk. Combined with our business setup services, we help you build a complete brand foundation.
The end-to-end process includes filing with the UAE Ministry of Economy, formal examination, publication in the official gazette, a 90-day opposition window, and final registration. Our PRO services team streamlines every step from document legalisation to certificate collection.
A UAE trademark registration protects your brand within the UAE. For broader protection across the Gulf, you can file a GCC trademark application covering all six member states. We advise on the best strategy based on your business expansion plans and budget.
Our trademark registration UAE specialists provide full-service support from initial availability search through to certificate issuance and renewal monitoring. Contact us to protect your brand today.
The full trademark registration process typically takes 4–6 months from filing to certificate issuance. This includes formal examination (1–2 months), publication in the official gazette, a 90-day opposition period, and final registration. Expedited options may be available in certain cases.
Costs vary depending on the number of classes, the type of mark, and whether you file through an agent. Government filing fees, publication fees, and legalisation costs apply. We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees — contact us for a personalised quote based on your specific requirements.
Trademarks are registered under the Nice Classification system, which has 45 classes (34 for goods, 11 for services). Your trademark must be registered in the classes covering your current and planned business activities. Our experts help you select the right classes to ensure comprehensive protection for your brand.
If a third party files an opposition during the 90-day publication period, the UAE Trademark Office will notify you. You have 30 days to file a counterstatement. Our legal team handles opposition proceedings, including negotiations, submissions, and representation before the Trademark Committee if required.
UAE trademarks are valid for 10 years from the filing date and are renewable for successive 10-year periods. Renewal applications should be filed within the last year of the protection period. Late renewals are possible within a 6-month grace period with additional fees. We offer ongoing renewal monitoring services.
Yes, you can file a GCC trademark application through the GCC Patent Office to obtain protection across all six GCC member states (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman). This is a cost-effective way to secure regional brand protection. We can manage both UAE and GCC filings simultaneously.
Still have questions? Contact us for expert trademark registration guidance.
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