Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | ADGM | SHC |
|---|
| Full Name | Abu Dhabi Global Market | Sharjah Healthcare City |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Financial services, fintech | Healthcare |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 27,000 | AED 24,000 |
| Cheapest Package | ADGM Tech Startup License | SHC Non-Clinical |
| License Fee (from) | AED 10,000 | AED 10,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | Al Maryah Island, English common law | Medical facilities and clinics |
| Website | www.adgm.com | |
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 |
SHC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| SHC Non-Clinical | AED 24,000 | 2 |
| SHC Clinical License | AED 33,000 | 2 |
Verdict
SHC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 24,000 compared to AED 27,000 for ADGM. However, ADGM may offer advantages in terms of financial services, fintech.