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How to register trademark in Dubai
Here’s a step-by-step procedure on how to register a trademark in Dubai, which is part of the United Arab Emirates (UAE):
- Conduct a Trademark Search:
Before applying, it’s crucial to check if your desired trademark already exists in the UAE. This helps avoid wasting time and effort on a registration that might be rejected.
- Prepare the Application and Documents:
- Application Form: You can download the application form from the Ministry of Economy (MOE) website https://www.moec.gov.ae/en/trademark-registration.
- Required Documents:
- Sample of your trademark (logo or design)
- List of goods and services you want your trademark to cover
- Copy of your trading license (if applicable)
- Power of attorney (if using a registration agent)
- Passport copy of the applicant
- Priority document (if applicable)
- Submit the Application and Pay Fees:
- Fill out the application form and attach all the required documents.
- Submit the application electronically through the MOE website or in person at their service centers.
- Pay the relevant trademark registration fees.
- Application Review and Publication:
- The MOE will review your application for completeness and distinctiveness.
- If accepted, your trademark will be published in the UAE Trademark Bulletin and two local Arabic newspapers for a 30-day opposition period.
- Address Oppositions (if any):
- During the opposition period, other parties can challenge your trademark registration.
- If there’s an opposition, you’ll need to address it through the MOE’s procedures.
- Trademark Registration:
- If there are no oppositions or after successful resolution, your trademark will be registered.
- You’ll receive a trademark registration certificate.
Additional Tips:
- Consider using a trademark registration agent, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the process or have a complex trademark.
- Ensure your trademark complies with UAE trademark regulations. For example, it should be distinctive and not descriptive of your goods or services.
- Trademark registration in the UAE is valid for ten years and can be renewed for additional ten-year terms.
Remember, this is a general guideline. If you need the detailed guideline, please contact us or a legal professional for the latest information and specific requirements.