Legal Forms of companies in UAE:

The legal forms of companies that can be incorporated in UAE are:

• Mainland (On-shore) Companies
• Free-zone Companies
• Off-shore Companies

The business entities that come under professional, commercial, and individual establishments registered under the Department of Economic Development (DED) of the emirate are recognized as Mainland License.

A mainland company is a legitimate entity that can work beyond borders without any limitations. The major advantage of setting up a main land company in Dubai comprises the freedom to opt for premises in any area of Dubai, the freedom to trade anywhere in UAE or outside the country and ability to manage various business activities.

The minimum capital prerequisite of a UAE mainland company is determined by its legal structure. We will provide you the solutions to set up your company in the mainland of UAE (onshore) and trade freely inside UAE or outside the country while retaining 100% stake on ownership rights.

The main land company formation in UAE involves the following steps:

1. Identifying the Business Opportunity (Activity and Group)
2. Choosing the Legal Form of business entity

• Choice of UAE Local Sponsor (based on the activity)

1. Applying for Initial Approval
2. Drafting MOA
3. Additional Government Approvals (if required)

• Other Needed Document Compliance
• Issuance of Trade License

1. Necessary Approvals from MOHRE or GDRFA (Labour card /Establishment card/ E-signature Card / PRO card, etc.)
2. Initiation of Business Activity

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Advantages of having a mainland company in UAE:

Selecting a mainland business gives you the freedom to apply for unlimited visas. However, it may be informed that allocation of relevant visa quota is subjected to the mandatory requirement of warehouse space and office space. The mainland companies have enormous scope for business development as compared to other legal forms of business. Such mainland companies must be located within the commercial geographic regions stipulated for the purpose and fully governed by the jurisdiction of the emirate.

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Types of Mainland Companies in UAE:

The most common types of mainland licenses in UAE fall under the category of:

• Limited Liability Company (LLC)
• Sole Establishment
• Civil Company
• One-person Company

Limited Liability Company (LLC):

Limited Liability Company (LLC) is the most common legal form of mainland business in the UAE. A limited liability company can be formed by a minimum of 02 and a maximum of 50 shareholders whose liability is limited to their shares in the business capital.

Ideally, in any LLC company formed inside the jurisdiction of UAE, 51% shares are assigned to the local sponsor and 49% shares are allocated among overseas / expat investors. With the recent amendment of UAE Commercial Company Law in 2021, foreign investors are allowed to own 100% ownership in specific category of activities.

When you wish to form an LLC with a UAE local partner 51 % of the stake will be owned by the sponsor. Local sponsors usually act as sleeping partners in a business entity and won’t be involved in the running of your business. They normally help you in dealing with the ministries and government authorities to streamline necessary approvals.

• Even if an LLC is formed with a UAE national as 51 % shareholder, profits can be accorded in a different ration.
• As a foreign investor, who owns or wants to incorporate a company that engage in commercial activities in UAE, you no longer need an UAE partner. You can be a 100% stake holder in LLC in stipulated category of activities.
• Few of the activities where 100% ownership is permitted are:
• All forms of Trading Activities
• Contracting
• Transportation
• Hospitality
• Manufacturing & Production
• Maintenance and Repairs (Abu Dhabi only)
• Hospitals (Abu Dhabi only)
• Investment & Trade (Dubai only)

Although multiple sectors are covered by the company registration authorities lists, certain industries (including finance, banking, insurance) will continue to be subject to minimum portion of mandatory shareholding by UAE partners in all major emirates.

• The requirement of a Local Service Agent (national sponsor) is still required for many activities belonging to professional licenses, engineering & manufacturing, etc.
• Different activities (which are clustered under the same group) are allowed under the same license.
• No corporates taxes or income taxes are applicable.
• A minimum paid up capital is required.
• LLCs require a UAE accredited auditor.

Sole Establishment:

This type of legal form of business entity applies to professionals, service activities and consulting. Sole Establishments are formed with 100% ownership for an expat with UAE local partner as Local Service Agent (LSA). Sole Establishments are formed with one share holder and the UAE national (LSA) will act as an agent with 0% ownership.

• A commercial or industrial type Sole Establishment (also known as Sole Proprietorship) can be owned by a UAE national or GCC national only.
• The owner of a Consulting type of Sole Establishment should have a specific qualification for the activity selected.
• A Sole Establishment firm can have only one manager.
• A Sole Establishment has no minimum requirement of business capital.
• The trade name should be related to the activity.
• A Sole Establishment can have branches which can perform all activities included in the license of the parent form.
• A firm and its branches can be sold; but the industrial or commercial type of firm can be sold to a UAE national or GCC national only.

Civil Company:

A civil company is another legal form of mainland business in the UAE, wherein the company is formed by 100% foreign ownership with up to three shareholders and a Local Service Agent (LSA). Normally this type of mainland companies is confined to professional and service activities license.

The local service agent owns 0% business share and profit whereas a foreign partner or a company owns 100% business shares. The local service agent performs the role of a signing authority and give representation before government departments. LSA has no administrative powers and entails for an annual payment for his services. The local services agent can be a professional or a company owned by a UAE national. For certain activities, the professional qualification of a local service agent is mandatory.

• Partners of any nationality can be involved in this form. If the partners do not include any UAE or GCC national, in that case the firm needs a local service agent.
• If the company is involved in engineering activities, one partner should be UAE national who owns not less than 51% of the business.
• If the company is involved in consulting activities, the firm must be owned by professional partners, practicing the same activity with 100% ownership.

One-Person Company:

The one-person company is limited liability company (LLC) owned by an individual or a corporate body is called a one-person company. The difference between a sole establishment and this legal form of company is that the liability is limited to the shares held by the owning entity.

• A UAE national or GCC national can set-up and own this legal form of company.
• A corporate body that is 100% owned by UAE or GCC nationals can own such a firm.
• The owner is a shareholder, and his liability is limited to the value of shares he holds.
• Share capital is as recorded in the Memorandum of Association (MOA).
• The tradename should include owner name, legal form (one-person company) and end with LLC.

Apart from the above, other legal forms of business that can be operated in the United Arab Emirates are the following:

1. Partnership Company
2. Branch of a Foreign Company

• Subsidiary (Representative Office) of a Foreign Company

1. Branch of a Local Company
2. Branch of a GCC based Company
3. Branch of a Free-zone Company

• Holding Companies
• Public Joint Stock Company

1. Private Joint Stock Company

Partnership Company:

This type of mainland company is formed with the ownership shared by two or more partners who will fall in to a general or limited partner category, and the minimum age for each partner should be 21. Each of the partner is jointly and severely liable to the extent of their assets for the company’s liabilities.

The partners in the partnership are liable for its debts and legal action – either personally, created by agreement, proof of existence and estoppels. The agreement of the partnership must be created and with the outline in detail and the profit-sharing arrangement between the partners.

In the eventuality of death, insanity, bankruptcy or withdrawal of partner, the partnership must be dissolved. A fresh partnership agreement must be created among the remaining partners who would like to continue and may have new partner(s) who are added. This type of mainland business entity is ideal for setting up an investment company for group of a company, the investing entities will act as shareholders.

• UAE nationals must be general partners in a simple limited partnership. Partners of other nationals must be limited partners.
• There is no restriction on the share of ownership or limited partners.
• Limited partners should not intervene in the management or administrative issues of general partner. If they do so, they may become liable for all the business obligations.
• Authorized signatories, their roles, powers, etc. are to be specified.

Branch of a Foreign Company:

A company registered abroad can have a branch in any of the emirates in UAE and can have headquarters in the emirate under its business jurisdiction. No import of goods is allowed by the branch, and this should be done through a local trading firm. The branch would be under 100% ownership of the parent company.

• UAE nationals are mandatory to act as Local Service Agents (LSA).
• The LSA can be an individual or a company. But it should be noted that LSA must be a UAE national or in the case of a company, run by UAE nationals.
• A Board of Resolution must be issued from the parent company for any changes on company structure such as Add or Renew Directors, Revoke Power, Change in Name, Change of LSA, etc.

Representative Office (Subsidiary) of a Foreign Company:

Representative Office / Subsidiary is not a complete business structure, and it is only a permit that allows branch of a foreign company can conduct their business-related matters in the UAE.

Primarily, it is an authorization to promote and market company’s business; but can’t engage in business operations. Such a subsidiary or representative office should have a Local Service Agent (LSA).

• The LSA who would be a UAE national does not have any civil responsibility or financial obligations to the business.
• His obligation is to ensure that the branch can continue its business in UAE, but he shall not have any legal interest in the management, business, profits, or assets of the branch.
• This type of company is constituted by the parent company in a foreign location to carry out marketing and non-transactional business operations.
• The incorporation procedures involved are comparatively easy as the representative offices are not used for any core business purpose.
• In case the allocated permit is expired, and the owners have failed to renew the permit, the local agent has all the rights to terminate the license and sending a legal notice to the owners.

Branch of a Local Company:

The branch of a local company is a business entity is ideally a separate office or branch of an existing company already licensed in the UAE, but outside the free zones. The permit must be issued from DED, and any additional offices must be disclosed to DED to issue additional permits and the company represent for any inspection from authorities.

• The tradename used in the branches cannot differ from the one used by the parent company.
• Branch of a UAE based company can undertake one or more of the activities included in the main company license.
• For a company with multiple branches, each branch can undertake different activities if they were all included in the original license of the main company.
• The shareholding pattern of the branch will remain in the same proportion as the parent company.
• The license number is specific to the branch of a local company with its own immigration and labor cards, permitting to hire staff to the activity.

Branch of a GCC based Company:

Companies owned by the GCC nationals can open branch in UAE. The branch of a GCC-based company can undertake one or all the activities included in the main license of the company. For a company with multiple branches, each branch can undertake different activities if they were all included in the main license of the company.

• The company must be fully owned by the GCC national.
• GCC nationals can register their company as Sole Establishment, One-person Company or as a partnership firm (given that all the partners are GCC nationals).
• A GCC national who intends to setup a business in UAE and wants to have a non-GCC national as partner, can setup a limited liability company (LLC) with 51% stake for the local partner.

Branch of a Free Zone Company:

The companies registered under the free zones of UAE can set up branches in mainland after necessary approval from Department of Economic Development (DED). Such branches should have a local service agent if the free zone company does not have a UAE shareholder with 51% shares. Prior to do the branch license application at Department of Economic Development (DED), the branch of a free zone company must register with the Ministry of Economy (MOE).

• The free zone companies that have local shareholding does not need local agent.
• The LSA who would be a UAE national does not have any civil responsibilities or financial obligation on the affairs of the branch.
• An automatically renewable bank guarantee for AED 50,000 is required.
• The name of the branch office must be identical to the name of the mother company.
• Process involves initial approval from Ministry of Economy, UAE (MOE), completion of licensing procedures at Department of Economic Development followed by registration at MOE after obtaining trade license.
• Free zone companies cannot set up branches that practice the following activities:

1. Commerce and any ancillary activities- representing general sale and purchase of goods
2. Commodities (trading activities)

• Restaurants, café shops and food catering services

1. Hajj and Umrah services
2. Labor supply
3. Commercial agencies

• Social care and activitiesIn case the branch facility has failed to renew the registration of its branches or offices for a period of two successive years, such banks shall be administratively de-registered. Likewise, the penalties and fines will be deducted from the bank guarantee.

Holding Companies:

A holding company is a legal corporation that is created for the purpose to hold, possess, and control the shares of other companies. Holding companies are therefore legal entities that are incorporated by either local or foreign investors with the sole purpose of owning shares or other assets in other companies.

• The holding companies enjoy the benefit of protection from losses. If a subsidiary company goes bankrupt, the holding company may experience a capital loss and a decline in net worth. However, the bankrupt company’s creditors cannot legally pursue the holding company for remuneration.
• To register an onshore holding company, a foreign investor must have a local partner who will own 51 % of shares in the company.
• To purchase real estate or hold investments in other companies, holding company is a wise option.
• A holding company is not permitted to carry out business activities such as providing services or manufacturing goods. The essential advantage of the holding company is that it allows the owners to control the affairs of constituent companies in the holding.

Public Joint Stock Companies:

In Public Joint Stock Companies (PJSCs) capital is divided into equal shares and the shareholders liability is limited to the number of shares in the company. The management of PJSC is carried out by a collegial body of directors. The articles of association will state their term of office which should not exceed three years.

The management of PJSC is vested in a board of directors consisting of three to fifteen directors. The ordinary general assembly will elect members of the board of directors. The founders can also appoint (as an exemption), the first board of directors for a period of three years. Most of the directors in a PJSC including the chairman must be UAE nationals.

• Every shareholder invests in the company and can benefit from the business. Further, each shareholder owns a piece of the company, up to the amount they have invested. Ownership often comes with additional privileges as well.
• The main objective of forming a PJSC is to access wide capital and expand the activities of the company with the help of multiple shareholders. With the help of accrued capital PJSCs can make sustainable and diversified resources.

The main land company formation in UAE involves the following steps:

1. Identifying the Business Opportunity (Activity and Group)

• Choosing the Legal Form of business entity
• Choice of UAE Local Sponsor (based on the activity)
• Applying for Initial Approval

1. Drafting MOA

• Additional Government Approvals (if required)
• Other Needed Document Compliance
• Issuance of Trade License
• Necessary Approvals from MOHRE or GDRFA

1. Initiation of Business Activity

Free Zone Company Formation in UAE:

The Unite Arab Emirates has been heading towards an exciting new phase of sustainable economic growth – one that is driven by an enhanced, technologically advanced, and resilient industrial base.

The free zone s in UAE are special economic zones governed by a government controlled free zone authority. The free zones in UAE allow the investors to enjoy a whole host of benefits including lesser cost of incorporation, advanced infrastructure, sharing workspaces to run day-to-day affairs, extended visa terms, tax free benefits, etc.

There has been remarkable growth in the economy of UAE after the introduction of free zone concept over the last decade. There are currently 45 free zone in the whole of UAE, with 30 free zones in Dubai alone, covering the business requirement of all industrial sectors.

Economic Importance of Free Zone

The economic importance of free zone being, contributing substantially to powering robust non-oil external trade growth in tandem with the economic vision of the federal government. Dubai’s ever expanding free zone system is considered as a model for regional and global free zone development.

According to UAE’s Ministry of Economy (MOE) figures, trade of goods volumes coming out of UAE’s free zones have increased to AED 658.9 billion during the year 2019, an 11% increase from AED 592.8 billion in 2018.

They also contribute greatly to economic diversification and the economic output contribution of 38% of UAE’s non-oil trade during 2019, which amounts to AED 1.7 trillion. The total value of free zone imports is estimated at AED 340.6 billion in 2019. For the corresponding period, exports have increased to AED 41.1 billion and re-exports increased to AED 277.1 billion.

Currently Chinese companies comprise the largest number of trading partners in the UAE free zones. Chinese imports constitute 23.9 % of total imports coming to UAE free zones, followed by India with 15.5%, the US with 6.9%, while Vietnam, Japan, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Germany, UK and South Korea, al import goods into the UAE free zones.

The Dubai Customs reported that Dubai’s trade figures were about AED 551 billion in the first half of 2020, with transactions increased to 24.5% by 11.2 million during the first 09 months of 2020. The numbers shows that the economy could bounce back albeit the adversity of covid pandemic.

Many of the UAE trade hubs are centered around free zones and attract host of foreign investors. The strong prerequisites, combined with the country’s high agility to adapt to challenging times, fortifies the indispensable role of UAE free zones, not just for the nation alone, but to the global markets which depend on their productivity and performance.

Advantages of Starting a Free Zone in UAE:

The innate advantages of having a free zone in UAE is manifold.

• 100% ownership for foreigners, no need of local sponsor
• Absence of currency regulations
• Tax Free Zones – 100% exclusion from income tax and corporate tax
• Exemptions on input duty and export duty
• 100% repatriation of capital and profits
• Hassle-free labor recruitment – extended visa terms and special privileges
• Conveniently accessible workspaces
• Readily available warehouses and office spaces within the vicinity of free zone.
• Ease of company formation / incorporation procedures
• Simplified and quick immigration and labor procedures with authorities

The most popular and highly demanded free zones in UAE:

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC): –

DIFC hosts arrange of financial and non-financial firms and retailers from across the globe. The areas of business within DIFC include banking, professional services, global corporations, insurance, wealth management and access to capital markets.

Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) grants licenses and regulates the activities of all banking and financial institutions in DIFC. The regulatory body was using principal basis primary legislation modelled closely on that used in London and New York.

• 100% ownership
• Independent Regulatory Environment – and independent risk-based regulator, DFSA grants licenses and regulates the activities of financial services conducted through DIFC.
• Unique Law Framework – DIFC has its own set of civil and commercial laws and regulations to regulate financial services. As part of its autonomy, DIFC has created an independent judicial system.
• Hub & Spoke Model – DIFC provides a platform for business to centralize the regional and global management of operations and their roll out to branches around the world.
• No restriction on capital repatriation – no constraints on capital or profit flows, and benefit from no currency exchange controls in the US dollar dominated jurisdiction.
• Tax Efficiencies – DIFC provides a 40-year guarantee of zero taxes on corporate and profits, enhanced by double taxation avoidance treaties with regulators and central banks.

Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA): –

Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) is the flagship free zone of DP World and is an integral part of the DP World UAE region’s integrated business hub. The free zone has evolved into a trade catalyst and assuring unprecedented growth opportunities and market access.

JAFZA contributes 23.8% of Dubai’s GDP contribution, amounting to USD 99.5 billion trade value and one of the largest business communities in the region.

• 100% ownership of companies
• 0% Personal Income Tax
• No Restriction on Capital Repatriation
• No Restriction on Foreign Talent or Employees
• Onsite Customers
• 0% Corporate Tax for 50 years (renewable concession)
• 0% duties on Import / Export or Re-Export
• 0% VAT on transactions of goods between companies located in designated zones in JAFZA and outside UAE
• No Currency Restrictions
• Mortgage premises to a bank or financial company and sub-lease options
• Registration option of various legal types – single shareholder, multiple shareholders, LLC, PLC, etc.
• Integrated service offerings / modern logistics infrastructure
• Integrated logistics corridor linking DWC/Free zone/Jebel Ali Port
• Double Taxation Avoidance / Free Trade Agreement

Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA): –

DAFZA was established in 1996 and is a dynamic business hub located close by and having direct access to world’s busiest international airport, offers the ideal gateway to the Middle East and unrivalled connectivity to Europe, the Indian Subcontinent, and the Far East.

DAFZA is now home to more than 1800 registered businesses from over 20+ sectors and various industries with 17,000+ professionals who benefit from a business focused regulatory and tax environment.

• Apart from the usual benefits of a free zone, DAFZA has the additional advantage of a business center, retail center and government center.
• Multiple option of License types – Trade License, Service License, Industrial License, General Trading License and Dual License:
• Trade License – suitable for trading activities, import, exporter-export, distribution, and storage
• Service License – suitable for service-oriented businesses
• Industrial License – allows holders to undertake light manufacturing activities
• General Trading License – allows the holder to trade in general activities including import, export, re-export, distribution, and storage
• Dual License with DED – this license allows DAFZA registered companies to apply for a Department of Economic Development, Dubai (DED) license without the need for physical office space on the mainland. Businesses possessing this license can operate out of DAFZA.
• Option of choosing Free Zone Company (FZCO) with 1-50 shareholders and minimum share capital of AED 1, Public Limited Company (PLC) with limited liability and can offer shares (IPO) on a securities market, Branch Office (branch of an existing company with no share capital requirements.
• Easy availability of office space, warehouses, industrial space, and cold storage.

Dubai Health Care City (DHCC): –

The Dubai Health Care City (DHCC) free zone was established in 2002 brings together core healthcare services at a network from hospitality to consultancies and retail outlets. DHCC is governed by Dubai Health Care City Authority.

Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSOA): –

Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) is a globally recognized free zone and an integrated technology park hosting modern technology based industrial and an urban master-planned community in an iconic location. DSO offers state-of-the-art infrastructure and in-house business services.

• Option of having Service License, Trade License, and Industrial License
• Unique option of Business Operations Permit
• Business Operation Permit is a special permit for companies operating in the administration zone of DSOA (areas owned by private developers) using a license issued by DED. This special license is issued based on the license issued by DED. No share capital is required for this type of license.
• The legal forms of business can be:
• Branch – for any established company inside the UAE or abroad
• Free Zone Establishment (FZE) – with single shareholder
• Free Zone Company (FZCO) – with multiple shareholder
• DED Registered Companies – companies who are established with DED and wish to operate in the administrative zone in DSO (applicable to non-DSO property)

Dubai Industrial City: –

Dubai Industrial City (DIC) is an enabling ecosystem of integrated offerings, industrial land, warehouses, worker’s accommodation, commercial office spaces, showrooms, and open yards. DIC is ideal for cost-effective and efficient business operations for light to medium manufacturing and logistics companies in UAE.

Dubai Knowledge Park: –

Dubai Knowledge Park is the world’s only talent development free zone, housing human resource management, recruitment, consultancy, executive search, vocational training, and professional development companies.

Dubai Knowledge Park’s integrated infrastructure and supportive environment have made it the region’s most sought-after career hub.

National Industries Park: –

National Industries Park (NIP) is a thriving free zone with over 270 small and medium enterprises with an integrated hub spanning businesses in the logistics supply chain.

With a mix of plots of land, warehouses, prime office space, NIP is accessible from Sheikh Zayed Road, Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Road, and the Emirates Road. NIP is near the Expo 2020 Dubai site, and the Dubai Logistics Corridor, which includes Jebel Ali Port and Al Maktoum International Airport.

Dubai World Central (DWC): –

Dubai World Central (DWC) is the name of free zone located within the Dubai South Development Area. Companies registered within the free zone are designated DWC-LLC. All business operating in the DWC free zone must have a physical presence in the free zone.

The types of Licenses available within the DWC free zone are Commercial License, Service License, Industrial License and Educational License.

Dubai International Academic City (DIAC): –

The Dubai International Academic City plays a key role in enabling and promoting Dubai’s position on the regional and global educational scaling.

DIAC is a community representing 27+ universities from the globe and housing 27500+ student community. DIAC free zone bringing leading international and regional universities from Australia, UK, USA, India, and other parts of the globe to Dubai, offering advanced educational facilities and constantly developing UAE’s higher education sector.

Dubai Science Park: –

Dubai Science Park is a holistic community dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs, SMEs and MNEs in the science, energy, and environmental sectors. Dubai Science Park supports by providing the right enabling environment in pharma, health, and wellness, as well as life, human, plant, material, environmental and energy sciences.

Apart from commercial spaces and industrial units, laboratory spaces are built at the highest standards for research, product development, testing, diagnostics, manufacturing, and production activities.

International Free Zone Authority (IFZA): –

Strategically situated within one of the UAE’s dynamic business gateways, IFZA Dubai is a leading free zone that provides local and international businesses the ideal platform, infrastructure and location that optimize the benefits of the UAE’s geographic position, world-class infrastructure and business and tax friendly environments.

Dubai Multi Commodity Centre (DMCC): –

DMCC is claimed to be world’s most interconnected free zone and the leading trade hub for commodities, retaining Dubai’s unique place among global free zone trade. As endorsed by the ‘Global Free Zone of the Year’ award from the Financial Times fDi magazine for six years now, DMCC is a promising option for free zone company formation in Dubai.

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC): –

Dubai World Trade Centre Free Zone (DWTC) is incepted under DWTC Authority in 2015. It provides a unique and highly desirable proposition for businesses seeking a competitive and well-regulated ecosystem. DWTC is strategically positioned in Dubai’s Central Business District, providing an ideal environment for startups, SMEs, and large corporations to operate locally while reaching regional and global markets.

• Located in the heart of Dubai’s Central Business District
• Strategic access to the entire region
• Grade A commercial buildings
• Award winning developments
• Single landlord properties
• Collaborative and traditional workspaces
• Proximity to world class business events

Dubai CommerCity: –

Dubai CommerCity is the first and leading free zone dedicated exclusively to e-commerce in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region. The free zone is perfectly placed to benefit from the expected e-commerce growth in the region that is outpacing the global growth average.

The purpose -built development is partly a result of the huge rise seen in e-commerce business set up and online retail business in Dubai and across UAE. With an area covering 2.1 million sq. ft. and an investment of around USD 1 billion, Dubai CommerCity is uniquely designed to cater to regional and international e-commerce businesses.

Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone (UAQ FTZ): –

Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone (UAQ FTZ) is in Umm Al Quwain, a friendly progressive and prosperous emirate with modern infrastructure. Renowned for its desert landscape, unique flora and fauna, UAQ is a popular leisure destination, just 45 kms away from Dubai.

Open investment climate, low cost of living and labor make it a strategic business base with the MENA region, Subcontinent, Far East and European markets.

The types of licenses available are:

• Commercial License (Trading License) – Commercial and General Trading Licenses
• Consultancy License – The licenses which offer expert or professional advice issued to professionals
• Freelance Permit – A freelance license or work permit allows an individual to operate as a freelance professional and conduct business in one’s birthname, as opposed to brand name or company. It is ideal for individuals who operate in technology, media, and film sectors, and is issued to talent roles, creative roles, and selected administrative roles.
• Industrial License – enable the licensee to import raw materials, then manufacture /procure/assemble/package the specified products and export the finished products.
• Service License – It permits the licensee to carry out the services specified on the license within the free zone such as Logistics, Courier Service, Insurance Service Provider, Travel Agent, Tour Services, Car Rental, etc.

RAKICC: –

Ras Al Khaimah International Corporate Centre (RAKICC) is a corporate registry operating in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. RAKICC is responsible for the registration and incorporation of international business companies, as well as providing a full suite of Registry Services related to company business activities.

• State of the art legislation and common law influence
• Robust compliance procedures
• Automated Registry Services
• Flexible approach to Memorandum and Articles of Association
• No minimum capital requirement
• No requirement to file financial accounts
• Continuation / re-domiciliation of foreign companies is permitted
• Corporate directors are permitted to provide one natural person as director.

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ): –

RAKEZ is an industrial which offers customized solutions to free-zone and non-free zone business, in a multinational community, flourishing over 50 sectors.

• Cost effective business packages
• Shared workstations in a premium business center
• Ready and customizable offices in various sizes
• Simplified and fast track business set up process
• Secretarial and business center services
• One stop-shop for all government services.

Hamriyah Free Zone: –

Hamriyah Free Zone is based at the emirate of Sharjah in UAE. The free zone has the unique advantage of having access to two major ports on Arabian Gulf as well as Gulf of Oman. It is very close to Sharjah International Airport, providing convenient access to 230 cities around the world.

Direct road access is available for the six other emirates (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, and Fujairah) and neighboring GCC countries. The free zone consists of multiple sectors including Oil & Gas, Food Park, Industrial Manufacturing Park, Maritime Park, Global Logistics Park and Accelerator Hub.

SAIF Zone: –

Established under Sharjah Airport International Free Zone Authority in 1995, SAIF Zone is one of the oldest, but a thriving free zone based at Sharjah in UAE.

Sharjah Media City (SHAMS): –

Sharjah Media City (SHAMS), based at the emirate of Sharjah was launched in 2019 to act as a catalyst for creative and media business to grow and thrive. Aiming to be a world-class media hub for innovative facilities and services, SHAMS covers a wide range of business activities available for those wishing to embark on their entrepreneurial journey in the UAE.

The three types of licenses include:

• Service License – allows production, transformation, and distribution of services. The service license includes rendering services as a primary objective and utilizing goods to provide them.
• Trading License – permits selling of goods within SHAMS or importing and exporting of goods. It includes the movement of goods, wholesale and retail sale of goods and rendering of services related to the sale of these goods.
• Industrial License – allows for production, re-production, transformation, and manufacturing of goods.

Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (KIZAD): –

KIZAD based at Khalifa Industrial Zone of Abu Dhabi close to Khalifa Seaport is an integrated trade, logistics and industrial hub of Abu Dhabi. With trade and logistics and manufacturing at the core, KIZAD creates value through integrated service offerings that span aluminum, steel, metal products, paper & packaging, food processing, pharmaceutical & healthcare equipment, polymer converting and automotive spare parts.

Located near Khalifa Port, KIZAD enables multimodal connectivity via sea, road, and rail networks.

Fujairah Free Zone (FFZ): –

Fujairah Free Zone is located very close to the port of Fujairah and the companies established have easy access to all Arabian Gulf Ports, the Red Sea, India, and Pakistan on weekly feeder vessels. Mainline services arrive and depart to Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, Far East and North America on twice a week.

A fortunate combination of geographical location, with access to world’s major shipping routes, a fine seaport and airport, along with streamlined procedures, makes the free zone of Fujairah an ideal place for business. Reduced establishment expenses and lower overheads make FFZ a very cost-effective proposition.

Ajman Free Zone (AFZA)& Ajman Media City Freezone: –

With the easy accessibility to the major ports of Dubai and Sharjah, Ajman is another promising option for investors to start a free zone business. The company types that can be formed are Free Zone Establishment (FTE), Free Zone Company (FZCO), Branch of a Local Company and Branch of a Foreign Company.

The license categories on offer are Commercial License, Industrial/Manufacturing License, Service License, Pioneer Packer (for youth in the age group of 20-30 years of age), Freelance License and E-commerce License.

Offshore Company Formation in UAE

Opening an offshore company is an ideal, tax efficient and cost-effective corporate structure for entrepreneurs who wish to conduct international trade. Offshore companies generally act as holding companies and do not carry out commercial activities. The regulation of some of the free zones in the UAE allow these companies to act as a vehicle to own freehold property onshore.

JAFZA, Ajman Free Zone Authority (AFZA) and RAKICC are available for offshore incorporation in the UAE. Offshore companies can offer multi-currency accounts in the UAE and can carry out business abroad. However, they are not authorized to carry out business activities with UAE residents or have physical presence within the UAE. It may be noted that, incumbents of offshore companies are not eligible for UAE resident visas.

• 100% foreign ownership
• Option to own real estate properties in the approved areas
• Access to global fund transaction
• Operational freedom
• Benefits of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement with 115 countries including UK
• Low setup costs
• Minimum capital investments

The United Arab Emirates has one of the most liberal trade regimes in the Middle East region and attracts strong capital inflow from across the globe. The UAE attracts year after year, highly skilled work force, which is absorbed by the growing number of corporate firms, start-ups, professional service firms and financial institutions.

We are at your disposal to offer single window solutions to all your commercial needs in UAE. Integrated through document collection centers across UAE, we work in unison with government transaction centers (TAS-HEEL / AMER / DED / TAW-JEEH) to provide you end-to-end business solutions in Dubai and all other emirates in the UAE.

Our E2E PRO Services include:

• GDRFA Services
• MOHRE Services
• Establishment & Licensing Services
• Business Setup Services
• PRO – Document Clearing Services
• Tourist Visa Services
• Insurance Assistance
• Emirates ID Typing Services
• DHA/MOH Medical Typing Services
• Legal Translation and Legal Stamping of Documents
• Document Attestation Services
• Arrangement for Customized Office Space in Business Centers
• Commercial & Industrial Real Estate Services
• Intellectual Property Services – Trademark Registration
• ISO Certification Services
• Bookkeeping Services
• VAT Registrations &VAT Filing assistance
• All PRO and liaison services with government bodies

What we offer for our PRO Services:

• No need of an in-house PRO. We will take care of your PRO service requirements – the cost-effective way to salvage your money and time.
• Dedicated Relationship Mangers for our clients
• Document collection centers in Dubai and other emirates
• Experienced and professional PRO team
• Spot translation of documents
• Time bound service and interactive customer care
• Same day financial transactions statement with supporting documents
• Regular updates and timely completion of assignments
• Employment Visa an Dependent Visa including visa for domestic help (Tad-beer) under one roof.

We can take care of IP Services requirements such as New Trademark Registration, Renewal of Trademark Registrations, Submission of Declarations, Objections, Infringements, Pending Trademark Registration (for some reasons) in GCC / Middle East Countries, African Countries, Caribbean Countries, South Asian Countries, Far East Countries (South-Asia/East-Asia and Southeast Asia), European Countries, CIS Countries, Oceania Countries, North America, and South America.

Please refer the appended country wise list (171 countries) for your quick reference.

GCC COUNTRIES:

MIDDLE EAST COUNTRIES:

• Options for multiple class registration available in a single application
• TM protection in Palestine is limited up to Gaza Strip

AFRICAN COUNTRIES:

• ARIPO Countries: Botswana, Liberia, Malawi, Namibia, The Kingdom of eSwatini (Swaziland), Uganda, Gambia, Lesotho, Mozambique, Sao Tome and Principe, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe.
• OAPI Countries: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central Africa Republic, Chad, Comoros, Republic of Congo, Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Guinea, Gabon, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Senegal, Togo, Equatorial Guinea, and Guinea Bissau.
• Tanzania is a part of ARIPO for IP protection, but protection is limited to Tanganyika region. Separate application is required for protection in Zanzibar region.
• Under ARIPO protection, Zanzibar is not protected.

CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES:

SOUTH ASIAN COUNTRIES:

• Home country registration is a mandatory provision for submission of trademark application in Nepal.

FAR EAST COUNTRIES (NORTH ASIA, EAST ASIA &SOUTHEAST ASIA:

• Multiple Class Registrations possible in one TM application.
• First to File Jurisdictions – priority for registration for the first person who files trademark application.
• Number of products limited to 10 in one trademark application in China.
• Number of products limited to 20 in one application in Taiwan.
• Notarized Statutory Declaration to be submitted for completing registration formalities in Malaysia.
• Notarized Declaration of Use to be submitted in Philippines from 03 years of completion of trademark registration.

EUROPEAN COUNTRIES INCLUDING CIS COUNTRIES:

• European Union Countries: Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Republic (EIRE) of Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxemburg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden.
• Separate trademark registration is required in UK for IP protection in UK.
• Multiple Class registrations possible in a single trademark application
• IP registration under European Union for Denmark will not yield protection in Faroe Islands; separate registration is required.

OCEANIA COUNTRIES:

NORTH AMERICA & SOUTH AMERICA COUNTRIES:

• For completion of trademark registration process in USA and Canada, it is mandatory that the proposed mark should be of use in US commerce to proceed completion of registration. So, during the publication phase of registration, the applicant needs to submit a Statement of Use / Declaration of Use (SOU) to USPTO with proof.
• If the applicant is not able to submit SOU on time, extension to submit SOU can be sought for 06 months (renewable up to 05 times) by paying relevant fee.

Global Trademark Registration (Madrid Registration) through us:

How it works for UAE Registered Companies?

One Application ……….125 Countries

The United Arab Emirates formally become a part of Madrid Protocol for Intellectual Property Registrations and Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights on 28^th December 2021.

UAE has deposited its instrument of accession to the Madrid Protocol, making it the 109^th member of the Madrid System, which covers 125 countries. This also makes UAE, the 3^rd country among GCC countries alongside Bahrain and Oman to join Madrid Union. The protocol has come into force w e f December 28, 2021.

How it is beneficial for you?

The UAE’s accession further strengthens the Madrid System’s status as a key component of protecting marks globally, offers a conventional cost-effective solution for brand awareness worldwide and in the middle east region.

The owners of registered trademarks in UAE will be able to start using the Madrid System to protect their trademarks in the 124 other territories of Madrid System’s 108 members by filing a single international application and paying a single set of fees.

How does Madrid System (Global Trademark Registration) Works?

Stage 1: Submission of Designated Application at base country IP office:

The pre-requisite for submitting an application under Madrid Protocol is that the applicant’s mark should be registered (base mark) with the particular country’s IP office.

For UAE based companies it is mandatory that the mark should be trademark registered in UAE. The international application also has to be submitted through the same IP office.

Stage 2: Formal Examination by World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

WIPO conducts a formal examination of your international application. Once approved, the applicant’s mark is recorded in the international register and published in the WIPO gazette of international marks. WIPO will then send the applicant a certificate of international registration and notify the IP offices in all territories where you wish to have your mark protected.

However, it may be noted that the scope of protection of n international registration is not known at this stage of the process. It is only determined after substantive examination and decision by the IP offices in the territories in which the applicant seek protection.

Stage 3:Substantive Examination by National or Regional IP Offices

The respective IP offices where the applicant wants to protect a mark will make a decision within the applicable time limit (12 to 18 months) in accordance with their legislation. WIPO will record the decision of IP offices in the international register and then notify the applicant.

If an IP office accepts to protect the applicant’s mark, it will issue a statement to grant protection.

In the event of refusal of protection from any designated territory, either totally or partially,that decision will not affect the decision of other IP offices. The applicant can contest a refusal decision directly before the IP offices concerned, in accordance with its legislation.

The international registration of a mark is valid for a period of valid for 10 years and renewable.

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Intellectual Property Rights Protection

A Trademark is essentially a brand name. Your brand stands for the identity of your product / service and will be significant for its positioning in the market. Brands will help consumers identify, select and associate those products and services with you. A strong brand gives an organization, product or service a distinctive and unique position in the world.

Brand Development is a creative process and you invested lot of time and energy in the development of a brand.

So…… it absolutely makes sense when you protect it in the right way by making it registered.

Intellectual Property Services from M S Legal Consultants Trademark Registration

• Copyright Protection
• Patent Writing& Registration
• Industrial Design Registration
• Domain Registration
• Protection & Enforcement of Trade Marks
• Surveillance/Watch services of Registered Trademarks
• License to Use Assignments & Amendments
• Intellectual Property Rights Recording with Regional Customs Authorities
• Product Registrations with regional authorities in UAE / GCC

“Register and protect the prestigious Trade Name, Logo and identity of your business

…………. Enjoy the freedom and privilege of business”

Registerable Marks

Registering a Trademark is the quickest and most cost-effective way to ensure legal exclusivity for the use of a trade name of logo. A Trademark or Service mark includes any word,name, symbol, device or any other combination used or intended to be used to identify and distinguish the goods/services of one seller or provider from those of others, and to indicate the source of goods and services.

Advantages of protecting a mark

• Registering a Trademark essentially become a notice to the public of the registrant’s claim of ownership of the mark
• A registered Trademark serves as a presumption of ownership nationwide and exclusive right to use the mark on or in connection with the goods, services listed in the registration.
• Protection from imitation and counterfeiting of tradenames and logo
• Distinguish the products and services of one entrepreneur from others
• Protects from unethical and illegal competition
• Hassle free access to Global markets with noble and prestigious BRANDS

TRADEMARK, COPYRIGHT, PATENT, DESIGNS

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

TRADEMARK

Trademark is a BRAND identity distinguishing the source of goods or services of one person from those of others. It covers the shape of goods, language, their package and combination of colors. It can be a word, letters, numbers, designs, symbols, pictures, stamps, seals and signs or combination of the same.

A Trademark can be a:

Word                                       Logo                                    Slogan

Trademarks are specific to country or a union (cluster of countries). The validity of Trademark registration is for a period of 10 years and renewable.

The owner has exclusive rights to use the Trademark and legally prevent its unauthorized use.

COPYRIGHT

Copyright is a form of protection provided to authors for their original work. This includes creative and intellectual work like:

Books                              Music                               Dramatic                            Artistic

The owner of Copyright will have protection in most of the countries.The duration of the protection is for the lifetime of the author plus 50 years after his death or 50 years from the date of publication in cases of cinematographic works, works of corporate bodies and works published for the first time after the death of the author.

The owner has exclusive right to reproduce, distribute or perform the work publicly.

PATENT

Patent is an intellectual property right granted by the Government to an inventor for the exclusive usage of their invention.

The owner has legal rights to exclude others from making using or selling the patent.

Patents are specific to a country. The validity of Patent is for a period of 20 years.

REGISTERED DESIGNS

A registeredDesign is a protection provided to the appearance of a product or part of a product. It defines how a product looks.

Registered Designs are specific to a country. The validity of registration is 25 years.

Products and Services are registered in relevant Trademark Class to ensure protection which you sought for your products and services.

Products are categorized under 34 classes whereas services are broadly classified from 35 to 45 classes. Most of the IP jurisdictions allow protection for all the products and services registered in a particular class, for a registered trademark; with exceptions in few countries where protection is specific in class.

Class 1

Chemicals for use in industry, science and photography, as well as in agriculture, horticulture and forestry; unprocessed artificial resins, unprocessed plastics; fire extinguishing and fire prevention compositions; tempering and soldering preparations; substances for tanning animal skins and hides; adhesives for use in industry; putties and other paste fillers; compost, manures, fertilizers; biological preparations for use in industry and science.

Class 2

Paints, varnishes, lacquers; preservatives against rust and against deterioration of wood; colorants, dyes; inks for printing, marking and engraving; raw natural resins; metals in foil and powder form for use in painting, decorating, printing and art.

Class 3

Non-medicated cosmetics and toiletry preparations; non-medicated dentifrices; perfumery, essential oils; bleaching preparations and other substances for laundry use; cleaning, polishing, scouring and abrasive preparations.

Class 4

Industrial oils and greases, wax; lubricants; dust absorbing, wetting and binding compositions; fuels and illuminants; candles and wicks for lighting.

Class 5

Pharmaceuticals, medical and veterinary preparations; sanitary preparations for medical purposes; dietetic food and substances adapted for medical or veterinary use, food for babies; dietary supplements for human beings and animals; plasters, materials for dressings; material for stopping teeth, dental wax; disinfectants; preparations for destroying vermin; fungicides, herbicides.

Class 6

Common metals and their alloys, ores; metal materials for building and construction; transportable buildings of metal; non-electric cables and wires of common metal; small items of metal hardware; metal containers for storage or transport; safes.

Class 7

Machines, machine tools, power-operated tools; motors and engines, except for land vehicles; machine coupling and transmission components, except for land vehicles; agricultural implements, other than hand-operated hand tools; incubators for eggs; automatic vending machines.

Class 8

Hand tools and implements, hand-operated; cutlery; side arms, except firearms; razors.

Class 9

Scientific, research, navigation, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, audiovisual, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, detecting, testing, inspecting, life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling the distribution or use of electricity; apparatus and instruments for recording, transmitting, reproducing or processing sound, images or data; recorded and downloadable media, computer software, blank digital or analogue recording and storage media; mechanisms for coin-operated apparatus; cash registers, calculating devices; computers and computer peripheral devices; diving suits, divers’ masks, ear plugs for divers, nose clips for divers and swimmers, gloves for divers, breathing apparatus for underwater swimming; fire-extinguishing apparatus.

Class 10

Surgical, medical, dental and veterinary apparatus and instruments; artificial limbs, eyes and teeth; orthopaedic articles; suture materials; therapeutic and assistive devices adapted for persons with disabilities; massage apparatus; apparatus, devices and articles for nursing infants; sexual activity apparatus, devices and articles.

Class 11

Apparatus and installations for lighting, heating, cooling, steam generating, cooking, drying, ventilating, water supply and sanitary purposes.

Class 12

Vehicles; apparatus for locomotion by land, air or water

Class 13

Firearms; ammunition and projectiles; explosives; fireworks

Class 14

Precious metals and their alloys; jewellery, precious and semi-precious stones; horological and chronometric instruments.

Class 15

Musical instruments; music stands and stands for musical instruments; conductors’ batons.

Class 16

Paper and cardboard; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery and office requisites, except furniture; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; drawing materials and materials for artists; paintbrushes; instructional and teaching materials; plastic sheets, films and bags for wrapping and packaging; printers’ type, printing blocks.

Class 17

Unprocessed and semi-processed rubber, gutta-percha, gum, asbestos, mica and substitutes for all these materials; plastics and resins in extruded form for use in manufacture; packing, stopping and insulating materials; flexible pipes, tubes and hoses, not of metal.

Class 18

Leather and imitations of leather; animal skins and hides; luggage and carrying bags; umbrellas and parasols; walking sticks; whips, harness and saddlery; collars, leashes and clothing for animals.

Class 19

Materials, not of metal, for building and construction; rigid pipes, not of metal, for building; asphalt, pitch, tar and bitumen; transportable buildings, not of metal; monuments, not of metal.

Class 20

Furniture, mirrors, picture frames; containers, not of metal, for storage or transport; unworked or semi-worked bone, horn, whalebone or mother-of-pearl; shells; meerschaum; yellow amber.

Class 21

Household or kitchen utensils and containers; cookware and tableware, except forks, knives and spoons; combs and sponges; brushes, except paintbrushes; brush-making materials; articles for cleaning purposes; unworked or semi-worked glass, except building glass; glassware, porcelain and earthenware.

Class 22

Ropes and string; nets; tents and tarpaulins; awnings of textile or synthetic materials; sails; sacks for the transport and storage of materials in bulk; padding, cushioning and stuffing materials, except of paper, cardboard, rubber or plastics; raw fibrous textile materials and substitutes therefor.

Class 23

Yarns and threads for textile use.

Class 24

Textiles and substitutes for textiles; household linen; curtains of textile or plastic.

Class 25

Clothing, footwear, headwear.

Class 26

Lace, braid and embroidery, and haberdashery ribbons and bows; buttons, hooks and eyes, pins and needles; artificial flowers; hair decorations; false hair.

Class 27

Carpets, rugs, mats and matting, linoleum and other materials for covering existing floors; wall hangings, not of textile.

Class 28

Games, toys and playthings; video game apparatus; gymnastic and sporting articles; decorations for Christmas trees.

Class 29

Meat, fish, poultry and game; meat extracts; preserved, frozen, dried and cooked fruits and vegetables; jellies, jams, compotes; eggs; milk, cheese, butter, yogurt and other milk products; oils and fats for food.

Class 30

Coffee, tea, cocoa and substitutes therefor; rice, pasta and noodles; tapioca and sago; flour and preparations made from cereals; bread, pastries and confectionery; chocolate; ice cream, sorbets and other edible ices; sugar, honey, treacle; yeast, baking-powder; salt, seasonings, spices, preserved herbs; vinegar, sauces and other condiments; ice (frozen water).

Class 31

Raw and unprocessed agricultural, aquacultural, horticultural and forestry products; raw and unprocessed grains and seeds; fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs; natural plants and flowers; bulbs, seedlings and seeds for planting; live animals; foodstuffs and beverages for animals; malt.

Class 32

Beers; non-alcoholic beverages; mineral and aerated waters; fruit beverages and fruit juices; syrups and other preparations for making non-alcoholic beverages.

Class 33

Alcoholic beverages, except beers; alcoholic preparations for making beverages.

Class 34

Tobacco and tobacco substitutes; cigarettes and cigars; electronic cigarettes and oral vaporizers for smokers; smokers’ articles; matches.

Class 35

Advertising; business management, organization and administration; office functions.

Class 36

Financial, monetary and banking services; insurance services; real estate affairs.

Class 37

Construction services; installation and repair services; mining extraction, oil and gas drilling.

Class 38

Telecommunications services.

Class 39

Transport; packaging and storage of goods; travel arrangement.

Class 40

Treatment of materials; recycling of waste and trash; air purification and treatment of water; printing services; food and drink preservation.

Class 41

Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.

Class 42

Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; industrial analysis, industrial research and industrial design services; quality control and authentication services; design and development of computer hardware and software.

Class 43

Services for providing food and drink; temporary accommodation.

Class 44

Medical services; veterinary services; hygienic and beauty care for human beings or animals; agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry services

Class 45

Legal services; security services for the physical protection of tangible property and individuals; personal and social services rendered by others to meet the needs of individuals.

DIVISION: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY SERVICES

LIST OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY SERVICES:

1. TRADEMARK SEARCH – UAE
2. TRADEMARK SEARCH – GLOBAL
3. PREPARATION OF POWER OF ATTORNEY
4. NOTARIZATION OF POWER OF ATTORNEY
5. LEGALIZATION OF POWER OF ATTORNEY
6. LOCAL ATTESTATION OF POWER OF ATTORNEY
7. MOFA ATTESTATION OF POWER OF ATTORNEY
8. TRADEMARK REGISTRATION – UAE
9. TRADEMAK REGISTRATION – GLOBAL
10. COPYRIGHT PROTECTION – UAE
11. COPYRIGHT PROTECTION – GLOBAL
12. PATENT WRITING & REGISTRATION
13. INDUSTRIAL DESIGN REGISTRATION
14. DOMAIN REGISTRATION
15. PROVISIONAL CERTIFICATE OF TRADEMARK – GLOBAL
16. PROVISIONAL CERTIFICATE OF TRADEMARK – UAE
17. IP SERVICES FOR PROTECTION & ENFORCEMENT OF TRADEMARKS
18. SURVEILLANCE / WATCH SERVICES FOR REGISTRED TRADEMARKS – UAE
19. SURVEILLANCE / WATCH SERVICES FOR REGISTERED TRADEMARKS – GLOBAL
20. LICENSE TO USE AGREEMENTS & AMENDMENTS FOR REGISTERED TRADEMARKS
21. ASSIGNMENT DEEDS & AMENDMENTS FOR REGISTERED TRADEMARKS
22. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS RECORDAL WITH REGIONAL CUSTOMS – GLOBAL
23. CUSTOMS REGISTRATION
24. PRODUCT REGISTRATIONS
25. PRODUCT REGISTRATIONS WITH DUBAI MUNICIPALITY
26. GMP CERTIFICATION
27. ESMA CERTIFICATION
28. SASO CERTIFICATION
29. FREE SALE CERTFICATE
30. ISO CERTIFICATE
31. DANGEROUS GOODS PERMIT FROM DUBAI MUNICIPALITY
32. DUBAI CIVIL DEFENCE APPROVALS
33. MOH APPROVALS
34. LEGAL TRANSLATION OF DOCUMENTS
35. MEDICAL TRANSLATION OF DOCUMENTS
36. PREPARATION OF DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENTS
37. PREPARATION OF CREDIT FORMS
38. LEGAL NOTICES
39. REPLY TO LEGAL NOTICES
40. FILING OF AFFIDAVITS
41. APPEAL AGAINST MINISTRY DECISIONS
42. OBJECTION AGAINST INFRINGEMENT OF TRADEMARKS
43. NOTICE AGAINST INFRINGEMENT OF REGISTERED TRADEMARKS
44. REPLY NOTICE TO MINISTRY / TRADEMARK REGISTRY OBJECTION
45. REPLY NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY OBJECTION
46. FILING OF COUNTER OBJECTION
47. REPRESENTATION FOR HEARING OF TRADEMARK PETITIONS
48. LOGO AMENDMENT FOR TRADEMARK APPLICATION
49. FILING OF STATEMENT OF USE
50. FILING OF DECLARATION OF USE