Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | AFZ | DOC |
|---|
| Full Name | Ajman Free Zone | Dubai Outsource City |
| Emirate | Ajman | Dubai |
| Specialty | General trading, manufacturing | BPO, outsourcing |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 4,888 | AED 31,600 |
| Cheapest Package | Ajman FZ Starter (0 visa) | DOC Standard License |
| License Fee (from) | AED 4,888 | AED 15,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 3,800-AED 4,500 | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 |
| Notable | Budget-friendly, near Dubai | Business process services |
| Website | www.afz.gov.ae | |
All Packages Compared
AFZ Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| Ajman FZ Starter (0 visa) | AED 4,888 | 0 |
| Ajman FZ 1 Visa | AED 10,300 | 1 |
| Ajman FZ 2 Visa | AED 15,600 | 2 |
DOC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DOC Standard License | AED 31,600 | 2 |
| DOC Office Package | AED 61,500 | 5 |
Verdict
DOC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 31,600 compared to AED 4,888 for AFZ. However, AFZ may offer advantages in terms of general trading, manufacturing.