Ministry of Commerce and Industry (Single Window) · MC-01
Trade Name Reservation
Reserving an approved trade name with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry before issuing a Commercial Registration, for anyone setting up a new sole proprietorship or company.
Government fees are paid separately with the official receipt and are not part of Basira’s fee.
What we do
- Name search
- application submission
- approval follow-up
Documents you provide
- Copy of valid QID of the applicant or partners
- Three proposed names in order of preference, in Arabic and English
- Intended legal form and business activity
- Authorization letter or power of attorney for Basira
The name is subject to Ministry approval and must not match an existing registered name or trademark. The reservation is valid for a limited period within which the CR must be issued.
Frequently asked questions
How much does “Trade Name Reservation” cost with Basira?
Basira’s fee is 60 QAR; government fees are paid separately with the official receipt.
Which documents are needed for “Trade Name Reservation”?
Copy of valid QID of the applicant or partners; Three proposed names in order of preference, in Arabic and English; Intended legal form and business activity; Authorization letter or power of attorney for Basira.
How long does “Trade Name Reservation” take?
Approx. 1–2 working days.
How do I request it?
Press “Request this service” to prepare a quote in your name, or message us on WhatsApp at +974 7223 2609. We review your documents and confirm the steps before we start.
More services in Ministry of Commerce and Industry (Single Window)
- New Commercial Registration (CR)180 QAR
- Commercial Registration Renewal100 QAR
- CR Amendment: Add or Remove Activity100 QAR
- CR Amendment: Address, Capital or Name100 QAR
- Change of Authorized Signatories or Manager100 QAR
- Trade Licence Issuance or Renewal150 QAR
- CR Extract or Registration Certificate70 QAR
- Opening a New Branch220 QAR