Trusted Consultant for Patent in UAE

Unleash the potential of your ideas with the premier consultant for patents in the UAE. In the shifting commercial environment of the United Arab Emirates, our exceptional knowledge and personalized counsel pave the way for safeguarding and maximizing the value of your intellectual property.

Patent Registration in the UAE

We recognize the significance of a strong and well-organized application when it comes to patent registration in UAE. We assist our clients in preparing and submitting the required documentation, ensuring that all requirements are met, and the application has the highest probability of success. Our meticulous approach and attention to detail aid in protecting the intellectual property rights of our clients.

Patent Renewal in the UAE

Experience dependable and efficient patent renewal services in the UAE. We assist clients in determining the renewal deadlines for their patent renewals, ensuring that they never neglect a crucial date. Our team manages all required paperwork and documentation, coordinating with the appropriate authorities to ensure a seamless and timely renewal process.

With our extensive knowledge of the UAE intellectual property laws and regulations, we tailor our services to satisfy the specific requirements of each client. Throughout the patent registration and renewal process, we place a premium on openness, professionalism, and discretion, and we endeavour to provide unmatched service.

Regulatory Body

The Department of Industrial Property, which is under the Ministry of Economy, oversees patent law in the United Arab Emirates.

Legal Framework

The Federal Law No. 44 of 1992 for Organising and Protecting Industrial Property for Patents, Designs, and Industrial Models, which was abolished by the Federal Law No. 31 of 2006 modifying the Law No. 17 of 2002, provided patent protection in the United Arab Emirates.

The seven emirates of Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ras-Al-Khaimah, Umm-Al-Quwain, and Ajman are all covered by a patent awarded under the UAE federal legislation.

Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)

The Government of the United Arab Emirates deposited its instrument of accession to the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) on December 10, 1998. The Treaty came into force on March 10, 1999.

Filing Options

There are two ways in which a patent can be filed in the UAE:

NB: The GCC Patent Office (GCCPO) has stopped accepting new patent filings as “GCC Patent” as of January 6, 2021.

Other Info

PCT National Phase: Acceptable within 30 months from the date of initial filing.
Priority Term: Within 12 months from the priority filing date.
Protection period: 20 years from the date of filing the application or from the international filing date for the national phase entry of PCT applications.
Annual fees: No official fee. Annuity is due on the anniversary of the national filing date. For national phase applications, annuities are due on the anniversary of the international filing date.

A period of six months is allowed for attending the Annuity. However, the last 3 months of which are grace periods subject to a penalty.

Mandatory Documentation (Filing)

As of the filing date

A copy of the specification in English and Arabic in MS Word format, including the Abstract, claims, and drawings (if any).
Simply signed POA from the applicant(s).
General Information Required:

Name and address of the applicant(s).
Name and address of the inventor(s).
Details of the Priority Application(s).

Supporting Documents

A Power of Attorney executed by the applicant(s), duly notarized.
A deed of Assignment (if applicable) executed by the inventor(s), duly notarized.
An extract from the Commercial Register or the Certificate of Incorporation, duly notarized. For Individual applicants, a a passport copy of the applicant is required.
A certified copy of the priority document(s) along with its Arabic translation.

Note:

We handle translations of patent documents from English to Arabic.
We require only e-copies of the aforementioned documents.