The 2008–09 UAE President's Cup was the 33rd season of the UAE President's Cup, the premier knockout tournament for association football clubs in the United Arab Emirates.
Al-Ahli went into this edition as the holders. Sharjah FC hold the most wins with 8 titles.
The cup winner were guaranteed a place in the 2010 AFC Champions League.
Round 1
24 teams play a knockout tie. 12 clubs advance to the next round. Ties played over 30 & 31 October 2008
Round 2
16 teams play a knockout tie. 8 clubs advance to the next round. Ties played over 28 & 29 November 2008
Quarter finals
8 teams play a knockout tie. 4 clubs advance to the next round. Ties played over 1 & 2 February 2009
Semi finals
4 teams play a knockout tie. 2 clubs advance to the Final Ties played on 24 February 2009