.AE brand protection

In the ccTLD market the .AE domain name is the most sort after, there are restrictions in obtaining a .AE domain name, the registry will ask for relevant documentation such as a copy of your passport or drivers license with your application. Or you can send your trade mark to the registry if you are a formed business or company, but giving your business a presence in the United Arab Emirates especially with such a expanding consumer market it is a must for all Corporations.

In the ccTLD market the .AE domain name is the most sort after, there are restrictions in obtaining a .AE domain name, the registry will ask for relevant documentation such as a copy of your passport or drivers license with your application. Or you can send your trade mark to the registry if you are a formed business or company, but giving your business a presence in the United Arab Emirates especially with such a expanding consumer market it is a must for all Corporations.

Businesses who wish to go online in the UAE should have a .ae domain name. However, just because your company may be using a name, trade name or trade mark in the UAE does not mean that you can automatically use that name as your domain name online. You must protect your domain name through registration with the relevant authority. This article will outline how domain names work in the UAE and what to do if your domain name has already been taken in cyberspace.

Further Information can be found at : http://www.itp.net/news/521168-legal-download-20—ae-domains-and-disputes-in-uae-cyberspace