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Press Release

Ministry of Economy and Tourism introduces trademark service
fees as part of efforts to enhance UAE's appeal for national and
international brands and support SME owners

• 50 per cent reduction in all fees for National SME Programme members

• H.E. Bin Touq: “A significant step in facilitating and expediting
trademark registration procedures in the country, which saw a 129 per cent
growth in H1 2025.”

Abu Dhabi, 21 October 2025 – The Ministry of Economy and Tourism held a media briefing at
its Dubai headquarters to announce the Cabinet’s decision on the fees for trademark services
provided by the Ministry. The briefing was attended by H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh,
Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy and Tourism; and H.E. Dr. Abdulrahman Hassan Al
Muaini, Assistant Undersecretary for the Intellectual Property (IP) Sector at the Ministry.

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, affirmed that the UAE,
under the guidance of its wise leadership, has made significant strides in developing a
comprehensive legislative and regulatory framework for intellectual property. H.E. noted that
trademarks have received special attention as a key pillar of this ecosystem, supported by the
establishment of a competitive legislative infrastructure that enables them to grow and flourish.
This is particularly evident in the issuance of Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2021 concerning
Trademarks and its executive regulations, which marked a major step forward in establishing an
advanced and secure business environment that supports and develops trademarks in the country
in line with international best practices.

H.E. Bin Touq added: “The Cabinet’s decision on the fees for trademark services provided by the
Ministry represents an important step in enhancing the UAE’s attractiveness to international
investors, attracting global companies, and supporting SME owners and People of Determination.
It aims to help them grow, improve the quality of services offered to customers, and expedite
procedures, thereby facilitating the registration and follow-up of trademarks. This decision is also
part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts to develop and strengthen the intellectual property sector in line
with highest global standards.”

Substantial growth in trademark registrations

H.E. pointed out that the Ministry of Economy and Tourism registered 19,957 national and
international trademarks during the first half of this year, representing a 129 per cent growth

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