Customs Enforcement

Protecting Your Rights at the Border

We help rights holders use available customs measures to address goods suspected of infringing their intellectual property rights. Our support includes relevant customs recordals, complaints, and follow-up with customs authorities, subject to local requirements.

Customs Enforcement
EXPERTISE

Taking Action at the Border

at Al Nawras Intellectual Property

Customs authorities play an important role in enforcing intellectual property rights at the border. Available measures may include suspending the release of goods suspected of infringement, subject to the applicable law. We help rights holders prepare the documents and information needed for customs recordals and complaints, and follow up on matters requiring customs action. Our support takes account of the rights covered by local customs procedures and the requirements for seeking protection. We integrate customs enforcement into a wider protection strategy, extending action against infringing goods beyond the marketplace to the points where they enter it.

Strategic Benefits

  • Address Infringing Goods Early

    Action at the border can help prevent infringing goods from reaching the market and consumers.

  • Support Protection Through Customs Recordals

    Where available, customs recordals help authorities identify protected rights and assess goods suspected of infringement.

  • Respond in a Timely Manner

    Following up on customs matters and providing the required information helps rights holders respond within the applicable procedural deadlines.

  • Strengthen Enforcement

    Customs enforcement complements administrative, civil, and criminal measures, where applicable, as part of a wider protection strategy.

Customs Enforcement — Strategic Benefits

Why Choose Al Nawras

  • Legal & Commercial Expertise

    We combine legal knowledge with a practical understanding of corporate and commercial matters to provide advice aligned with your business needs.

  • International Presence & Experience

    A comprehensive understanding of local and international regulations, with experience addressing intellectual property requirements across multiple markets.

  • Understanding of Regulatory Requirements

    We assist clients in navigating the legal and procedural requirements relevant to their businesses and corporate transactions.

  • Attention to Detail

    We carefully review the documents, requirements, and procedures relevant to each matter to reduce avoidable risks and delays.