Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DTEC | DMC |
|---|
| Full Name | DTEC | Dubai Media City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | Tech startups | Media, advertising, broadcasting |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 21,670 | AED 10,800 |
| Cheapest Package | DTEC Flexi Desk | 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 | Innovation and incubation at DSO | CNN, BBC, Reuters offices |
| Website | www.dtec.ae | dmc.ae |
All Packages Compared
DTEC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DTEC Flexi Desk | AED 21,670 | 2 |
| DTEC Fixed Desk | AED 27,975 | 3 |
| DTEC Private Office | AED 49,870 | 5 |
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 21,670 for DTEC. However, DTEC may offer advantages in terms of tech startups.