Trademark Registration in Dubai • Brand Protection UAE

Register Your Trademark in Dubai — Protect Your Brand & Reputation

End-to-end trademark registration services in Dubai and across the UAE. From clearance searches and filing to opposition handling, renewals and international protection — we secure your brand so you can grow with confidence.

Trademark registration Dubai

What is Trademark Registration in Dubai?

A trademark is a sign, logo, name or symbol that distinguishes your goods or services. Registering a trademark in Dubai (through the UAE Ministry of Economy) grants you exclusive rights to use that mark within the UAE and provides legal remedies against misuse or imitation.

Why register a trademark in UAE?

Trademark registration provides legal ownership, prevents unauthorized use, increases customer trust, and enables licensing or franchising. Registered marks are valid for 10 years and renewable indefinitely.

  • Exclusive legal rights in UAE
  • Prevent competitors from copying your brand
  • Enhances brand value and investor confidence
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Who Can Apply for a Trademark in Dubai?

Individuals, UAE companies, free zone entities, foreign companies and brand owners can apply. We assist resident and non-resident applicants via a local representative.

Individual Applicants
Sole proprietors and entrepreneurs can protect personal brands and product names.
Companies & Free Zone Entities
Local companies, free zone businesses and branches can secure their corporate marks.
Foreign Brands
International brand owners can register in the UAE through a local agent for nationwide protection.

Our Trademark Registration Services

Complete trademark lifecycle support — from clearance searches to international filings.

Trademark Search & Clearance

Comprehensive search to identify conflicting marks and assess registrability before filing.

Filing & Registration

Prepare and file applications with the UAE Ministry of Economy; monitor progress until issuance of the certificate.

Opposition & Objection Handling

Draft legal responses, submit evidence, and represent your case during oppositions or examiner objections.

Renewal & Maintenance

10-year renewals, watch services, and updates to ownership or logos to maintain uninterrupted protection.

International Protection (Madrid)

File international applications via the Madrid Protocol to extend protection to multiple jurisdictions.

Enforcement & Anti-Counterfeiting

Support with cease-and-desist letters, takedown notices and coordination with local enforcement authorities.

Licensing & Assignments

Draft and register licensing agreements or ownership transfers for monetisation and legal clarity.

Portfolio Management

Manage multiple marks, renewal calendars and strategic filings across classes for long-term brand protection.

Benefits of Registering Your Trademark

Legal Protection

Exclusive rights and remedies against infringement in UAE courts.

Brand Recognition

Build customer trust and brand equity with a registered mark.

Commercial Value

License, sell or franchise your trademark as an asset.

Cross-Border Growth

Use UAE registration as part of wider international protection strategies.

Industries & Brands We Serve

We help protect trademarks across diverse sectors — from technology to hospitality and consumer goods.

🏷️ Retail & E-commerce
🍽️ Food & Beverage
💊 Healthcare & Pharma
🖥️ Technology & Software
🏨 Hospitality
🏭 Manufacturing
🎨 Design & Creative
⚖️ Legal & Consultancy

Trademark Registration Process — Step by Step

Transparent process with clear milestones to guide your application to successful registration.

1. Trademark Search

Comprehensive clearance search across UAE databases to identify conflicts and refine filing strategy.

2. Prepare & File Application

Prepare specification (classes), high-resolution mark artwork, and submit to the Ministry of Economy.

3. Publication & Objection Period

Mark is published (newspapers & UAE journal). Third parties have the right to object within the statutory period.

4. Registration Certificate

If no unresolved objections, the trademark is registered and a certificate is issued (valid for 10 years).

Timeframe & Expectations

From filing to registration the process typically takes approx. 4–6 months if there are no objections. Complex cases (opposition/responses) can extend timelines — we handle objections efficiently to reduce delays.

Fees & Cost Transparency

Government fees (application, publication, registration) plus professional service fees. We provide a detailed quote with options to include watch services and international filings.

  • Government filing & publication fees
  • Professional filing & prosecution fees
  • Optional: Madrid Protocol filing fees

Documents Required for Trademark Registration

Prepare the following for a smooth filing process.

For Individuals
  • Passport copy
  • UAE resident ID (if available)
  • Clear image of the trademark
For Companies
  • Trade license copy
  • Power of Attorney (if filing via agent)
  • Trademark artwork (vector preferred)
Other Documents
  • Specification of goods/services (Nice classes)
  • Evidence of use (if claiming prior use)
  • Contact & billing details

What Cannot Be Registered in the UAE

Certain marks are refused by the Ministry of Economy — understanding restrictions helps prepare a strong application.

Prohibited Marks
  • Generic or descriptive words without distinctive character
  • Marks similar to existing trademarks
  • Offensive or misleading signs, official symbols
Design Restrictions
  • Names of countries, currencies or religious terms
  • National flags and official emblems
How We Help

We advise on mark distinctiveness, propose alternatives and craft persuasive arguments where examiners raise formalities or descriptiveness objections.

International Trademark Protection (Madrid Protocol)

Extend protection beyond the UAE via the Madrid system — one application can cover multiple countries where you do business.

Advantages
  • Single international application and centralised management
  • Cost-effective multi-country filings
  • Simplified renewals and amendments
How We Support

We prepare the basic UAE application (or rely on your existing national/international registration), advise on target jurisdictions and submit Madrid Protocol filings where appropriate.

Objection & Opposition Handling

If your application is opposed or objected to, we represent you through every stage — from early responses to appeals.

Examiner Objections

We draft persuasive legal arguments and provide evidence of use to overcome formal rejections or descriptiveness issues.

Third-Party Oppositions

We prepare counter-statements, evidence bundles and represent you at hearings, negotiating settlements where beneficial.

Enforcement

Cease & desist letters, customs recordation and coordination with UAE enforcement to protect your mark on the ground.

How to Apply — Simple Onboarding

We make trademark filing straightforward with a clear four-step onboarding.

Contact & Brief

Share your mark and intended goods/services for a free preliminary review.

Search & Advice

We run clearance searches and provide filing recommendations, including class selection.

File & Monitor

We file the application and manage prosecution, updates and communications.

Registration & Support

Receive your certificate and optional watch/enforcement services to protect your mark.

Frequently Asked Questions — Trademark Dubai

Typically around 4–6 months if there are no objections. Cases with oppositions or complex responses may take longer.

Yes. Foreign owners can file through a UAE-based local agent or representative to obtain nationwide protection.

Choose classes that accurately reflect the goods/services you provide. We advise on strategic class selection to balance cost and coverage.

Yes — valid for 10 years from the registration date and renewable for further ten-year periods upon payment of renewal fees.

Secure Your Brand — Register Your Trademark in Dubai Today

Let Alzaeim Corporate Services LLC handle the entire trademark process — fast, accurate and fully compliant with UAE regulations. Get a free consultation and a transparent quote.