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Short Form Contract for United Arab Emirates

Short Form Contract Template for United Arab Emirates

This document is a concise yet comprehensive Short Form Contract template designed specifically for use in the United Arab Emirates. It incorporates essential elements required under UAE Civil Code (Federal Law No. 5 of 1985) while maintaining a streamlined structure suitable for routine commercial transactions. The contract template ensures compliance with UAE legal requirements including Sharia principles, while providing flexibility to adapt to various business contexts. It includes core sections covering party identification, scope, payment terms, and governing law, with optional modules that can be included based on specific transaction requirements.

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What is a Short Form Contract?

This Short Form Contract is specifically designed for use in the United Arab Emirates business environment where parties require a simplified yet legally robust agreement format. It is particularly suitable for routine commercial transactions, service agreements, or supply arrangements where the complexity of a full-length contract is unnecessary. The document incorporates mandatory requirements under UAE law while maintaining brevity and clarity. This format is commonly used for transactions valued under a certain threshold or for straightforward commercial arrangements where key terms can be clearly articulated without extensive elaboration. The template includes provisions that ensure compliance with UAE Civil Code requirements and Sharia principles, making it suitable for both local and international parties conducting business in the UAE.

What sections should be included in a Short Form Contract?

1. Parties: Identification of contracting parties with full legal names and addresses as required under UAE law

2. Background: Brief context and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used in the agreement, kept minimal for short form

4. Scope of Services/Goods: Clear description of what is being provided or exchanged

5. Payment Terms: Amount, currency, and payment schedule

6. Duration: Term of the agreement including start date and end date

7. Termination: Basic termination rights and process

8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of UAE law application and jurisdiction

9. Execution: Signature blocks compliant with UAE requirements

What sections are optional to include in a Short Form Contract?

1. Confidentiality: Required if sensitive information will be exchanged

2. Force Majeure: Recommended for contracts with ongoing obligations

3. Insurance: Necessary for services or goods with potential liability risks

4. Warranties: Important for goods supply or specific service standards

5. Intellectual Property: Required if IP rights are involved in the transaction

6. Assignment: Needed if transfer rights are important to either party

What schedules should be included in a Short Form Contract?

1. Schedule 1 - Scope of Work: Detailed description of services or goods specifications

2. Schedule 2 - Pricing Schedule: Breakdown of prices and payment milestones if applicable

3. Schedule 3 - Key Contacts: List of authorized representatives and their contact details

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

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Document Type

Service Agreement

Cost

Free to use
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Relevant Industries

Retail

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Relevant Teams

Legal

Procurement

Operations

Commercial

Sales

Administration

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Business Development

Finance

Supply Chain

Relevant Roles

Legal Counsel

Contract Manager

Business Development Manager

Procurement Manager

Operations Manager

Project Manager

Sales Manager

General Manager

Commercial Director

Small Business Owner

Administrative Manager

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