UAE Free Zone Stamp / Company Seal Requirements 2026
Company stamps and seals are an important part of UAE business documentation. Here is the 2026 guide to stamp requirements for UAE free zone companies.
In this guide:
Is a Company Stamp Required in UAE?
- Legal requirement: UAE law does not universally mandate a company stamp for all transactions
- Practical necessity: Many UAE transactions, banks, and government departments expect a company stamp
- Banks: UAE banks frequently ask for company stamp on account documents and correspondence
- Government departments: MOHRE, immigration, and other departments often require stamp on documents
Standard UAE Company Stamp Contents
- Company name: Full legal name as on trade licence
- Registration number: Trade licence or free zone registration number
- UAE (optional but common)
- Shape: Usually circular or rectangular
Where to Get a Company Stamp Made
- PRO service shops: Near free zone offices or government centres; AED 30-100
- Online stamp shops: UAE-based; deliver within 1-3 days
- Self-inking stamps: Recommended; cleaner and quicker than traditional ink stamps
Digital Signature in UAE
- UAE Pass: Government digital signature platform; legally binding in UAE
- DocuSign: Widely accepted by UAE companies and free zones for electronic documents
- EmaraTax: UAE tax portal uses UAE Pass for document signing; no physical stamp needed