Ministry of Economy
Trademark registration in UAE
Everything you need to register your brand. 7 steps, 8–12 mo average timeline.
Registration steps
No free online database. Search via agents or Ministry.
UAE agents have access to unpublished applications.
Power of Attorney legalized, notarized, UAE Embassy authenticated. Arabic required.
Start legalization early — embassy authentication takes weeks.
Ministry portal or via agent. ~AED 6,000/class.
Arabic transliteration required. Both versions assessed.
Federal Law No. 36 of 2021. Cultural values and public morals considered.
Alcohol, religious, and political imagery face extra scrutiny.
Two newspapers (Arabic + English). ~AED 3,000–5,000 extra cost.
Publication costs are in addition to government fees.
30-day opposition window.
Disputes can take 6+ months. Many settle through negotiation.
Covers all 7 emirates. Protection dates to filing.
For GCC coverage, file separately or use GCC Trademark Office.
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