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10/24/25, 3:33 PM UAE sets new trademark services fees
of a foreign company) at AED7,500; grievance against trademark registration refusal at AED5,000; and
examination and study of claims at AED2,250.

The decision also includes the consolidation of fees for four services related to trademark renewal, as
follows: renewal of trademark protection period during the final year of protection at AED5,750; renewal

within six months after the protection period ends at AED6,500; renewal of monitoring and inspection mark
during the final year of protection at AED8,250; and renewal of monitoring and inspection mark within six

months after the protection period ends at AED9,750.
In light of this decision, the ministry continues its efforts to support the growth and prosperity of the UAE’s

intellectual property sector, with the total number of registered national and international trademarks reaching
402,311 by the end of September 2025.

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.
He 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.

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.”

He 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% growth compared to 8,711 trademarks

registered in the first half of 2024, reflecting the notable growth in trademark registrations within UAE
markets.

Al Saleh said: “The Ministry has consistently launched numerous national initiatives for intellectual property
and trademarks, in close cooperation with government and private entities at both the local and international
levels. This reflects its vision of the vital role of this sector in enhancing the growth and competitiveness of

the national economy and accelerating the transition to a knowledge- and innovation-based economic
model.”

Dr Abdulrahman Al Muaini affirmed that the decision to amend the fees for trademark services represents a
pivotal step in enhancing the flexibility and efficiency of these services, enabling faster processing and

boosting the competitiveness of the business environment in the country.
The decision contributes to strengthening the UAE’s environment of innovation and creativity while protecting

the rights of both national and international trademark owners. It also introduces a new pathway for reviewing
trademark registration applications at the initial submission stage, allowing trademarks to be examined within

just one day.

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