The Prime Minister of the UAE has enacted Dubai Law No. 1/2025, which governs the use of emblems associated with the Emirate and Government of Dubai.

This legislation establishes that Dubai will have a unique emblem symbolising its identity, heritage, values, principles, and vision.

The Law declares the Dubai Emblem as the property of the Emirate, while the Government Emblem belongs to the Government of Dubai.

Both are protected under this new Law and existing legislation.

The emblem described in Dubai Law No. 17/2023 is also protected, and unauthorised use is prohibited.

The Dubai emblem is restricted to specific locations, events, documents, and seals of entities authorised by the Chairman of Dubai’s Ruler’s Court.

Only Dubai Government departments, public agencies, corporations, government councils, authorities, and affiliated entities may use the emblem.

Any other use requires special permission from the Chairman or an authorised representative, complying with specified guidelines.

The emblems must be used according to a manual developed by the General Secretariat of The Executive Council and approved by the Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai.

Unauthorised use of the emblem by individuals or entities, or for commercial purposes, advertising, or in a manner that distorts its value, is strictly prohibited.

Use in activities or events that contradict Dubai’s values or public order is also forbidden.

The Law mandates reporting of any violations to competent authorities, including the Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai, authorities overseeing Special Development Zones and Free Zones, and relevant judicial bodies.

These entities are tasked with taking legal action against violators.

Penalties for prohibited acts include prison for up to five years, fines ranging from AED100,000 to AED500,000, or both, without affecting stricter penalties under other laws.

These penalties also apply to violations related to the emblem as per Dubai Law No. 17/2023.

Unauthorised users of the emblem must cease use and remove it within 30 days unless they obtain the necessary permission under the new Law.

Dubai Law No. 1/2025 supersedes Dubai Law No. 17/2023 and repeals conflicting provisions in other legislation.

It will be published in the Official Gazette and take effect upon publication.

The Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai will issue resolutions for its implementation.

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