Submit the following documents for renewal:

Power of attorney
Copy of trademark registration certificate

The first renewal date of a registration is 10 years from the application filing date. In Canada, renewal date is counted from the registration date.

The registration renewal is valid for 10 years from the date of renewal.

According to UAE law, an opposition may be filed by ‘any concerned person’ against an application.

The following can be grounds for opposition:

The mark does not meet the definition of a trademark proprietary rights
The mark is generic
The mark is not distinctive
The mark is descriptive
The mark is against public policy or principles of morality
The mark consists of a geographical indication
The mark is misleading, deceptive or disparaging rights in a personal name
The rights under Article 6ter of the Paris Convention
The rights under Article 8 of the Paris Convention
The rights under Article 6septies of the Paris Convention
The rights under Article 6bis of the Paris Convention

Either actual use or intent to use is a requirement for application.

Attack on the ground of non-use is highly possible.

Pre-filing use offers minimal benefits as trademark rights are primarily established through registration.

Yes, a legalized Power of attorney is required. There will be additional charges of $200 for the Super legalization of Power of Attorney, duly legalized at the UAE Consulate in your local country.

The typical timeframe for registration approval averages around 10 months, provided there are no objections or opposition.