Trademark Registration in UAE: Protect Your Brand with ICB's Expert Services
Secure your brand’s identity with ICB Tax Consultancy’s comprehensive trademark registration services in UAE.
Overview of the UAE Trademark Law
The UAE Trademark Law provides comprehensive protection for trademarks, ensuring that businesses can safeguard their unique brand identity within the region. Governed by Federal Law No. 36 of 2021 on Trademarks , this law allows individuals and entities to register their trademarks, including names, logos, slogans, and symbols, which distinguish their goods or services from others.
Key Features of the UAE Trademark Law
Definition of a Trademark
A trademark in the UAE is any distinctive sign, such as words, designs, symbols, or combinations thereof, used to distinguish goods or services of one business from others.
Registration Process
Trademarks must be registered with the UAE Ministry of Economy to gain legal protection. This includes conducting a trademark search, filing the application, and undergoing examination by the authorities.
Protection Duration
Once registered, a trademark is valid for 10 years, with the option for renewal upon expiry.
Geographic Scope
A UAE trademark protects all emirates, including free zones and mainland areas, ensuring comprehensive coverage throughout the country.
Infringement and Penalties
Trademark infringement, including unauthorized use of registered marks, is subject to legal penalties, including fines and possible imprisonment. The law ensures swift action against counterfeiters and infringers.
International Protection
The UAE is a member of the Madrid Protocol, allowing businesses to extend trademark protection internationally through a simplified application process.
Trademark Registration in UAE
Trademark registration is essential for protecting your brand's intellectual property and ensuring legal protection in the competitive UAE market. At ICB Tax Consultancy, we provide a complete trademark registration service in the UAE, guiding you through the entire process from application to approval. Whether you're based in Dubai or anywhere across the UAE, we help secure your brand's identity with expert precision.
Why Trademark Registration is Important?
In the UAE's fast-growing economy, brand protection is crucial to maintaining your business's competitive edge. Trademark registration ensures that your logo, name, and other distinctive elements are legally protected from unauthorized use, giving you exclusive rights and preventing brand infringement.
Our services are tailored for:
- Business Owners: Protect your logo, slogan, or brand name.
- Startups: Establish strong brand protection from day one.
- International Businesses: Secure trademarks in the dynamic UAE market.
Our Trademark Registration Services Include:
- Trademark search and verification
- Filing the application with UAE authorities
- Managing objections and oppositions
- Renewals of trademarks
- Legal consultation for IP disputes
