This Sole License agreement template is designed for use in the United Arab Emirates, complying with UAE Federal Laws governing intellectual property rights, commercial transactions, and licensing arrangements. It is particularly suitable when a rights owner (Licensor) wishes to grant exclusive rights to a single entity (Licensee) to exploit specific intellectual property within a defined territory. The document covers essential elements required under UAE law, including detailed specifications of the licensed property, quality control measures, payment terms, and termination provisions. This template should be used when establishing an exclusive licensing arrangement where the Licensee will be the only authorized user of the intellectual property in the specified territory, with the agreement providing comprehensive protection for both parties while ensuring compliance with UAE legal requirements.

1. Parties: Identification of the Licensor and Licensee with full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement, including brief description of the licensed property and purpose of the license

3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Grant of License: Explicit statement of the sole and exclusive license grant, including territorial scope

5. License Period: Duration of the license, including commencement date and termination date

6. Licensed Property: Detailed description of the intellectual property being licensed

7. License Fees and Payment Terms: Financial terms including license fees, royalties, payment schedule and method

8. Obligations of the Licensor: Licensor's duties including maintaining IP rights and providing technical support

9. Obligations of the Licensee: Licensee's responsibilities including quality standards, reporting, and minimum performance requirements

10. Quality Control: Standards and procedures for maintaining quality of licensed products or services

11. Intellectual Property Protection: Provisions for protecting and enforcing IP rights

12. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information exchanged during the license period

13. Termination: Grounds and procedures for termination, including consequences

14. Post-Termination Obligations: Obligations of parties after agreement ends

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of UAE law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes