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