Protecting your brand is essential when entering or operating in the UAE market. Freemont offers seamless trademark registration and intellectual property (IP) services to ensure your brand is legally protected from the outset and supported throughout your growth.
A UAE trademark gives your business a strong legal foundation and prevents others from using your brand identity across the Emirates.
Trademarks registered abroad are not automatically protected in the UAE. By registering locally, you benefit from:
• Exclusive protection across all seven Emirates
• 10-year renewable validity
• Strong legal enforcement against infringement
Trademarks may only be registered by legal entities and must comply with Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2021 on Trademarks.
Freemont manages the full registration process, including:
• Conducting a trademark search to identify potential conflicts
• Advising on classification, requirements, and modifications
• Preparing, filing, and handling your UAE trademark application
Copyright protection arises automatically upon creation, but registration significantly enhances its enforceability.
Protected works include: software, logos, books, designs, artistic works, and digital content. Protection is based on Federal Decree-Law No. 38 of 2021 on Copyrights & Neighbouring Rights, as well as the Berne Convention.
We assist with:
• Copyright filing in the UAE
• Compliance requirements and documentation
• Trademark = brand identity (name, logo) — must be registered
• Copyright = creative works (software, art, text) — automatic, but registration strengthens protection
• Trademarks last indefinitely with renewals; copyrights typically extend 50 years after the creator’s death
• Logos may be protected under both systems
• Trademark protection is UAE-specific, while copyright protection is international
Beyond registration, we also assist with:
• IP holding structures
• Licensing and franchising
• Royalty and IP transfer agreements
• Regional and international IP coordination
Protect Your Brand Today
If you’re entering the UAE market or expanding your presence, we can help safeguard your brand’s identity and integrity.
Contact us for a free consultation.
