TrademarkRegistration in Dubai
Trademark is important for companies doing business in Dubai as it helps distinguish a company's products from its competitors. The Trademark protection has been applicable in Dubai since 1992. A company can benefit from Trademark protection after it completes the Registration process.
A registered trademark enables a company to have complete ownership of the brand, logo, and name. It prevents competitors from copying or using it in an unauthorized manner. A trademark is typically a sign, logo, image, alphabet, or name. If anyone uses it without the trademark owner's permission, the company has a legal right to sue. The symbol "O" is used to represent the registered Trademark.
Process for Registering a Trademark
Deciding on the nature of the Trademark is the first step for business setup in Dubai. Here, extensive research is required before finalizing a logo, image, or name. It is to ensure that there is no existing trademark as it will lead to copyright violation.The Trademark should be in sync with the product or services offered by the company.
The trademark registration application along with relevant fees is to be submitted to the UAE Trademark Office.
Any discrepancy highlighted by the authorities is to be sorted out by the business.
The Trademark is registered and allotted in a time frame which is around 18 -24 months.
Trademark registration is valid for ten years. After ten years, it needs renewal.
