This collection of frequently asked questions (FAQ) provides brief answers to many common questions about Trademarks Protection in United Arab Emirates.
Class 33 is not applicable according to the Law. However, class 32 for non-alcoholic drinks can be the alternative option.
No. Pork meat is not allowed to be registered
No. such services can be replaced by using the phrase “the bringing together, for the benefit of others, of a variety of goods (excluding the transport thereof), enabling customers to conveniently view and purchase those goods namely …… (name of goods) ………
Yes, however, the applicant should submit evidence proving the relationship between this specific Geographical location and the origin of goods or applicant. Moreover, in most cases the Registrar will request a disclaimer to the GI if used separately and the protection will be granted to the mark as a whole.
Yes. United Arab Emirates is a union of seven Emirates and filing a trademark application will cover all these seven Emirates namely Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umu-Al-Quwain, Fujairah & Ras-Alkhaimah.
Yes. as per the UAE Law, a concerned civil court shall, on a request from any interested party, may order the cancellation of Trademark registration if it is proven that the trademark has not been seriously used for five consecutive years unless the owner of the trademark proves that non-use was for reasons beyond his [...]
Yes. 10th Edition of Nice classification.
The details that are mentioned in the Power of attorney should conform to the details mentioned in the application.
Yes. A series of mark can be filed in UAE as a normal trademark at the same charges.