Everything you need to know about registering a trademark in the UAE — government fees, MoE process, Nice classification, timeline, and Madrid Protocol for international protection.
Your trade license gives you the right to operate. A trademark gives you the right to own your brand. Without registration, anyone can copy your name, logo, or identity — and you have no legal recourse.
In the UAE, trademark rights are established by registration — not by first use. If you don't register, someone else can register your brand name and legally demand you stop using it.
Dubai's fast-moving market attracts imitators. Without a registered trademark, you cannot file infringement claims, request MoE inspections, or pursue damages through UAE commercial courts.
Planning to sell outside the UAE? Without a registered trademark, you cannot file internationally through the Madrid Protocol — and you risk losing your brand in target markets to squatters.
A registered trademark is an intangible asset that adds quantifiable value to your business — essential for investor due diligence, licensing deals, franchising, and eventual exit or acquisition.
End-to-end trademark registration — from clearance search to certificate issuance. You provide the brand details. We handle every step with the Ministry of Economy.
Official search through the MoE database to check for identical or confusingly similar existing registrations in your target classes. Avoids costly objections and wasted filing fees.
We identify the correct classes for your business activities from the 45 Nice Classification categories. Each class requires a separate application — we ensure you register only what you need.
All UAE trademark applications must be filed in Arabic. We prepare the certified Arabic translation or transliteration of your mark, application form, and all supporting documents.
Complete application drafting including goods/services descriptions, mark specifications, and colour claims. Filed directly on the Ministry of Economy e-Services portal.
After MoE acceptance, we manage the publication process — payment of gazette fees, publication in two Arabic newspapers and the official bulletin, and monitoring the 30-day opposition window.
We monitor the opposition period and respond to any challenges. If a third party files an opposition (~4% of applications), we prepare your legal response and manage the process.
Once the opposition period passes with no challenges, we pay the final registration fee and secure your official trademark registration certificate — valid for 10 years from filing.
Want global protection? We file your trademark internationally through the Madrid Protocol — one application covering 130+ countries via WIPO, at a fraction of individual filing costs.
Government fees are fixed by the Ministry of Economy. Here is the complete cost breakdown per trademark class — no hidden charges.
| Fee Component | Amount (AED) | When Paid | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application / Filing Fee | 750 | At submission | Per class — non-refundable |
| Express Examination (optional) | 2,500 | At submission | 1-day review instead of 30–90 days |
| Publication Fee (Gazette) | 750 | After acceptance | Includes 2 Arabic newspapers + official bulletin |
| Final Registration Fee | 5,000 | After opposition period | Certificate issued upon payment |
| Total Government Fees | 6,500 | Standard | 9,000 with express examination |
Government fees are per class. Each class requires a separate application. SMEs receive 50% discount on government fees (2026). Late payment penalties: AED 100/month (publication) or AED 1,000/month (registration).
Choose the package that fits your brand protection needs. Both include all government fees, Arabic translation, and MoE filing.
Single Class — Complete Registration
One-time fee · All government fees included
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One-time fee · All government fees included
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Whether you're launching a new brand or protecting an established one, trademark registration is the legal foundation of your identity in the UAE.
Launching in a free zone or mainland? Register your brand on day one — before a competitor does. Protecting your name early costs a fraction of reclaiming it later.
Selling online or in stores? Your brand, logo, and product names are your most valuable assets. Trademark registration prevents copycats and marketplace impersonation.
Operating for years without a trademark? You're exposed. Protect what you've built — and unlock franchising, licensing, and international expansion opportunities.
We search the MoE database, advise on registrability, and identify the correct Nice classes for your business.
We prepare your application, handle Arabic translation, and file on the Ministry of Economy portal. Examination takes 30–90 days (or 1 day with express).
After acceptance, your trademark is published in the Official Gazette. We monitor the 30-day opposition window and respond if needed.
If no opposition is filed, we pay the final fee and secure your registration certificate. Your trademark is protected for 10 years.
A registered trademark costs AED 6,500. Losing your brand name to a copycat costs everything you've built. Don't wait until it's too late.
Register Your Trademark — WhatsApp Us TodayFrom the initial clearance search to the final registration certificate, we handle every step. You provide the brand details — we do the rest, including all MoE correspondence.
Choosing the wrong Nice classes wastes money. Choosing too few leaves gaps. We analyse your business activities and recommend precisely the right classes to protect your brand.
Need protection beyond the UAE? We handle Madrid Protocol filings through WIPO — one application for 130+ countries at a fraction of the cost of individual filings.
Already a Fastlane client for accounting, tax, or audit? Add trademark registration to your existing relationship — one firm for all your business compliance needs.
Fastlane handles the full process — search, Arabic translation, MoE filing, gazette publication, opposition monitoring, and certificate issuance. Government fees from AED 6,500 per class.
Prepared by the compliance and advisory team at Fastlane Management Consultancy, an FTA-registered Tax Agent (TRN: 104218042400003) and MoE-registered auditor based in Dubai. This guide reflects UAE trademark registration requirements under Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2021 on Trademarks and Commercial Data, Cabinet Resolution No. 102 of 2022, and Ministry of Economy fee schedules current as at March 2026.