A registered trademark protects your brand name and logo across the UAE and stops others from using a confusingly similar mark. Trademarks in the UAE are registered with the Ministry of Economy, and a registration is valid for 10 years from the filing date and can be renewed. Set Hub handles the search, filing and follow-up so your brand is protected from day one.
What you can register as a trademark
- Brand and company names
- Logos, symbols and designs
- Slogans
- Combinations of words and graphics
Each application covers one class of goods or services under the international Nice Classification. If your brand covers several product or service types, you may need more than one class.
Trademark registration process in the UAE
- Trademark search: we check the register for identical or similar marks in your class before you file, to avoid a costly refusal.
- Application: the mark, the owner’s details and the class of goods or services are filed with the Ministry of Economy.
- Examination: the Ministry reviews the application and either accepts it or raises objections that need a response.
- Publication: accepted marks are published so third parties can oppose them within the opposition period.
- Registration: if there is no successful opposition, the registration fee is paid and the certificate is issued.
Documents you need
- A clear image of the mark (for logos)
- The owner’s trade licence (for companies) or passport copy (for individuals)
- The list of goods or services and the class
- A power of attorney if Set Hub files on your behalf
Cost and timeline
Government fees are charged per class, at filing and again at registration, so the total depends on how many classes you need. The timeline depends mainly on the examination and opposition stages. Get your personalised pricing and we will quote the full cost for your mark, including a pre-filing search.
Why register your trademark with Set Hub
- A pre-filing search that flags conflicts before you pay government fees.
- Correct class selection so your protection matches what you actually sell.
- Handled alongside your company setup, free zone licence and business support services.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a UAE company to register a trademark?
No. Individuals and foreign companies can also register trademarks in the UAE.
Does a UAE trademark protect my brand in other GCC countries?
A UAE registration covers the UAE only. Each other country needs its own filing.
How long does a UAE trademark last?
10 years from the filing date, renewable for further 10-year periods.
Protect your brand today. Book a consultation and we will run a trademark search for you.