UAE Grants Temporary Extensions To Submit Certified Documents For Trade Marks

The Ministry of Economy and Tourism ("MOET") has issued Administrative Decision No. 2 of 2026 to support business continuity and improve service delivery in trade mark procedures. The decision introduces temporary extensions for certain trade mark services where applicants cannot obtain required certified documents within the prescribed time limits.

What has been decided

For new trade mark applications only, where a power of attorney is required but cannot be obtained within the initial 90-day period, the Trade Mark Office will adopt a more flexible approach. Instead of rejecting the application with no right of appeal after expiry of the 90-day deadline, monthly extensions will now be granted following the lapse of that period.