What Class 39 covers
Class 39 covers transport, packaging and storage of goods, and travel arrangement.
Class 39 is a services class (Classes 35–45 cover services).
Examples of services in Class 39
- Delivery and courier services
- Freight forwarding and shipping
- Logistics and warehousing
- Taxi, ride-hailing and car rental
- Travel agency and tour arrangement
- Airline and passenger transport
- Moving and removal services
- Distribution of water and electricity
- Parking services
- Food delivery services
Examples are a guide. Offices accept specific terms; a firm can draft the wording for your products.
What is not in Class 39
| Often confused | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Hotel booking and accommodation | Class 43 — Restaurants, cafés & accommodation |
| Travel insurance | Class 36 — Financial, insurance & real estate services |
| Delivery apps (downloadable) | Class 9 — Electronics, computers & software |
| Customs clearance (administrative) | Class 35 — Advertising, business & retail services |
Who files in Class 39
Logistics and shipping companies, courier and delivery apps, travel agencies, car-rental and transport firms.
Filing tip
Travel agencies commonly need Class 39 (travel arrangement) and Class 43 (hotel reservations).
Classes often filed with Class 39
Filing Class 39 in the UAE
The UAE uses the Nice classes. Official fees are AED 6,500 for Class 39 (AED 750 examination, AED 750 publication, AED 5,000 registration). See the UAE fee guide and how to register in the UAE.