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How do I record my trademark with UAE customs to block fakes at the border?

Asked by Anonymous·Jun 26, 2026·1 answers
An importer-facing brand wants counterfeit shipments stopped before they enter the UAE and is asking about customs recordal.

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Jun 26, 2026
Recording your trademark with UAE customs is a border-protection measure that lets customs identify and detain suspected counterfeit or infringing goods before they reach the market. Dubai Customs, for example, runs an intellectual-property rights protection programme through which rights holders can register their trademarks, provide details that help officers distinguish genuine from fake products, and request that suspect shipments be held for inspection. To use it you typically need a valid UAE trademark registration, evidence of your rights, and product information that customs can match against incoming consignments. Once recorded, if customs flags a suspicious shipment they can notify you so you can confirm whether the goods are counterfeit and decide whether to pursue seizure and legal action. This is especially valuable for brands targeted by imported fakes, because stopping goods at the border is faster and cheaper than chasing them once they're already in shops or online. Procedures and required documents are set by the relevant customs authority, so confirm the current requirements with them. A UAE IP lawyer on LEXAI can prepare and manage the recordal for you.
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