Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | ADGM | DMC |
|---|
| Full Name | Abu Dhabi Global Market | Dubai Media City |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Dubai |
| Specialty | Financial services, fintech | Media, advertising, broadcasting |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 27,000 | AED 10,800 |
| Cheapest Package | ADGM Tech Startup License | DMC Freelance Permit |
| License Fee (from) | AED 10,000 | AED 15,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 |
| Notable | Al Maryah Island, English common law | CNN, BBC, Reuters offices |
| Website | www.adgm.com | dmc.ae |
All Packages Compared
ADGM Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| ADGM Tech Startup License | AED 27,000 | 2 |
| ADGM Commercial License | AED 56,000 | 4 |
| ADGM Financial License | AED 92,000 | 6 |
DMC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DMC Freelance Permit | AED 10,800 | 1 |
| DMC Company License | AED 39,900 | 3 |
| DMC Premium Office | AED 94,800 | 6 |
Verdict
DMC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 10,800 compared to AED 27,000 for ADGM. However, ADGM may offer advantages in terms of financial services, fintech.