Legal · Sports, entertainment & film
Sports, Entertainment and Film Law in the UAE
Rights, talent, sponsorship and production contracts for creators, producers, agencies and sports organisations.
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Overview
Protect your rights and your revenue
The UAE is a hub for film production, live events, sport and media, supported by free zones such as Dubai Production City, SHAMS and twofour54. Each project involves rights, talent, locations, sponsors and distributors.
We help you set up in the right media free zone and work with legal partners on the contracts that protect your rights and revenue.
What you get
What we cover
Production agreements
Producer, co-production and crew contracts.
Talent contracts
Artists, athletes and influencers.
Rights & licensing
Music, image and broadcast rights.
Sponsorship
Brand partnerships and endorsements.
Events
Venue, promoter and ticketing agreements.
Media setup
Licences in media free zones.
How it works
How we work
01
Brief
Your project and the parties involved.
02
Structure
Company and rights structure.
03
Contracts
Agreements drafted and negotiated.
04
Protection
Registrations and ongoing support.
Checklist
What to prepare
- Project outline
- Parties and roles
- Budget and revenue model
- Existing agreements
- IP and rights details
- Timeline
Setup cost estimator
Get a free estimate
Starting estimate in AED. A specialist confirms your exact quote within one working day.
Do I need a permit to film in the UAE?
Yes, filming usually requires permits from the relevant media authority, and locations may need their own approvals.
Which free zone suits media companies?
Dubai Production City, SHAMS, twofour54 and SPC are common choices.
Can you review influencer contracts?
Yes, our legal partners review and draft influencer and talent agreements.
Do influencers need a licence?
The UAE requires certain content creators to hold a licence or permit. We check your situation.
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