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Companies established in the UAE of any size or type can use the “Made in UAE”, mark to effectively market their products to consumers, businesses, and individuals who prefer buying products produced locally and manufactured in the UAE. Here’s the…
Companies established in the UAE of any size or type can use the “Made in UAE”, mark to effectively market their products to consumers, businesses, and individuals who prefer buying products produced locally and manufactured in the UAE.
Here’s the step-by-step process on how to obtain the “Made in UAE” mark and also the mark usage guide.
How to obtain a “MADE IN UAE” mark certificate?
| 1 | Service Description | “Made in UAE” is a unified national mark that classifies and recognizes the products/goods manufactured in the UAE as per the agreed terms and conditions. The mark can be printed, fixed, attached, or engraved on the licensed products and goods. The mark can be used for any advertisement or promotion purposes for licensed products/goods only. |
| 2 | Service Delivery Channels | Download the “Made in UAE” Mark certificate application form from the Ministry of Economy website. All branches of Ministry of Economy Customers Happiness Centers across the UAESubmit the “Made in UAE” mark application along with required documents (refer to point #5) |
| 3 | Service Category | Main Operational Service |
| 4 | Targeted Customers | Industrial establishments |
| 5 | Service requirements | * Completed “Made in UAE” Mark Certificate application form * Valid Industrial license * Value-added Certificate (shall not be less than 40%)Accreditation Certificate of Conformity (issued through Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology) * Or Valid Certification of production quality systems, in case products’ standards have not been identified and authorized yet in the United Arab EmiratesHalal National * Certificate, shall be obtained in case of any product that should fall under the Emirati system for the control of Halal products (issued through the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology) * The products/goods shall comply with Islamic Law and the UAE rules and regulations. |
| 6 | Service Submission’s Procedure & Steps | * Enter the service link available on the Ministry of Economy website. * Download, fill up the “Made in UAE” application form and print it. * Submit the “Made in UAE” application form along with the required documents (hard copies) to the Customer Happiness Centers. * Upon successful completion of the submission validation process, the customer to proceed with the payment via E-Dirham system (only). * “Made in UAE” certificate to be provided to the customer. |
| 7 | Service integration with other governmental services /authorities | The Departments of Economy in the UAE, Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology |
| 8 | Service Validity | “Made in UAE” certificate is valid for 3 years |
| 9 | Duration of service completion process (on average) | (1) Business Day |
How to use the “Made in UAE” mark correctly?
MADE IN UAE – Mark Usage Guide
MARK USAGE GUIDE
The “Made in UAE” mark is a powerful tool that helps large, medium, and small establishments effectively promote their products/goods to consumers; government, businesses, and individuals with a preference for acquiring products and goods locally manufactured. The mark should always be used accurately, appearing prominently on licensed products and in any promotional material related directly to those products/goods.
ADDING VALUE TO YOUR PRODUCTS
License holders can maximize the benefit of the mark by using it confidently and broadly on registered products and all promotional methods relating to:
- Advertising & promotion means and websites
- Media releases and newsletters
- Product packaging
- Point of sale
- Tender documents
THE MARK
The “Made in UAE” mark is a formal, trusted, and recognized symbol which proves the product is manufactured in the UAE. The mark can only be used on products/goods registered with the Ministry of Economy. It is not permitted to be re-drawn or changed in any way under any circumstances. License holders are also not allowed to modify the graphic proportions of the mark or its individual components.
The imitation of the mark is prohibited on any product or means of advertising and promotion relating to it.
License holders are granted access to the mark in EPS and JPG files available on the ministry website.
MARK COLORS AND CLEAR SPACE
License holders are asked to use the same colors and maintain the clear space sizes as shown in the below mark illustration.
No graphic or text elements are allowed in the mark’s clear (white) space – this includes your company logo and/or brand logo. The description must be always in its original position under the mark directly in order to maintain the correct identity of the mark.
MINIMUM SIZE
There is no recommended minimum size for the mark, yet it should be large enough so that the words are legible. When applying for the mark certificate, provide a copy of the artwork to the Ministry of Economy.
DO’S & DON’TS
DO
- Print, fix, attach or engrave the mark on the licensed products or on its outer packaging
- Use the logo in all marketing materials directly related to registered products only (advertising, websites and communication material such as brochures)
- Inform the Ministry of Economy in case of any amendment to the registered products
DON’T
- Use the mark for unregistered products/goods
- Use the mark without a descriptor
- Amend or produce any alteration, addition to the colors or diminutions of the mark of any kind
- Utilize the mark to make general statements about your company or product range when only some of your products are registered to use the mark (i.e. websites, tender documents, etc.)
- Place your own logo/brand or any other elements within the mark’s clear (white) space
- Use the mark as part of your company logo
- Use the mark in an offensive manner that is degrading the mark’s value
- Combine registered and unregistered products/goods in the same advertisements and promotions
- Use the mark without obtaining the certificate, after the expiry of its validity period, during the period of suspension of its use or after its cancellation
EXAMPLES OF INCORRECT USAGE
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How BIZZMOSIS can help you?
Whether you require to register a “Made in UAE” mark or general trademark in UAE, it all depends on the provenience of your products/goods in general.
We at BIZZMOSIS can advise and point you in the right direction, having the right expertise in the field by conducting a comprehensive trademark search, filling the trademark application on your behalf, and completing your trademark registration assuring peace of mind.
To learn more or to book an appointment, contact us
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Hello Dear,
I want to know what percentage of the product must be produced in the United Arab Emirates in order to get the Made in UAE certificate? Is this option important?
Dear Marzieh,
Thank you for your comment. An email will be sent shortly regarding your inquiry.
Looking forward to being of help!
Best Regards,
Bizzmosis Team
What’s the best Made in UAE or Made in Dubai in the package and what’s the difference. Thank you!
Dear Soumaya,
Thank you for your comment. Typically, you cannot specify the city. However, the “Made in UAE” label is recommended. Regardless of their size or category, businesses operating in the UAE can utilize the “Made in UAE” label to successfully promote their products to consumers, companies, and individuals who prefer to buy locally produced and manufactured goods in the UAE.
Should you require assistance, please feel free to drop us an email at hello@bizzmosis.com.
Dear sirs, is this mark also applicable for software products, made 100% in UAE ? Thank you.
Dear Nuno,
Thank you for your comment. Unfortunately, Made in UAE mark for software products are not applicable.
Best Regards,
Bizzmosis Team
Hi, I am from Germany and we plan to establish a mainland company in Dubai.
Same question: I want to know what percentage of the product must be produced in the United Arab Emirates in order to get the Made in UAE certificate? Is it okay if only the (re)packing is done in the UAE?
Dear Guenther,
Thank you for your comment. One of our talented team members will email you to further assist you.
We look forward to being of help!
Best Regards,
Bizzmosis Team