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10/24/25, 3:32 PM UAE Cabinet approves major trademark fee changes to attract global investors as registrations surge 129 percent
UAE Cabinet approves major trademark fee changes to attract global

investors as registrations surge 129 percent
50 percent reduction in all fees for National SME Program members

402,311 national and international trademarks registered in the UAE by end of September 2025
Published: Wed 22 Oct 2025, 10:21 AM Last updated: Wed 22 Oct 2025, 10:32 AM
The UAE 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

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