Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DTEC | Meydan |
|---|
| Full Name | DTEC | Meydan Free Zone |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | Tech startups | General business, startups |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 21,670 | AED 12,500 |
| Cheapest Package | DTEC Flexi Desk | Meydan Starter (0 visa) |
| License Fee (from) | AED 10,000 | AED 12,500 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,500-AED 6,500 |
| Notable | Innovation and incubation at DSO | Affordable Dubai option (from AED 12,500) |
| Website | www.dtec.ae | www.meydanfz.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 |
Meydan Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| Meydan Starter (0 visa) | AED 12,500 | 0 |
| Meydan 1 Visa | AED 17,000 | 1 |
| Meydan 2 Visa | AED 24,000 | 2 |
| Meydan 3 Visa | AED 36,000 | 3 |
Verdict
Meydan is the more affordable option, starting from AED 12,500 compared to AED 21,670 for DTEC. However, DTEC may offer advantages in terms of tech startups.