DAFZA vs DPC
Dubai Airport Free Zone compared to Dubai Production City
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DAFZA | DPC |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Airport Free Zone | Dubai Production City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | General trading, logistics | Publishing, media |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 28,500 | AED 24,600 |
| Cheapest Package | DAFZA Service | DPC Commercial License |
| License Fee (from) | AED 15,000 | AED 15,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 |
| Notable | Adjacent to DXB airport | Print and publishing hub |
| Website | www.dafz.ae | www.dpc.ae |
All Packages Compared
DAFZA Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| DAFZA Service | AED 28,500 | 3 |
| DAFZA Trading | AED 28,500 | 3 |
| DAFZA Office | AED 49,000 | 6 |
DPC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| DPC Commercial License | AED 24,600 | 2 |
| DPC Industrial License | AED 64,500 | 5 |
Verdict
DPC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 24,600 compared to AED 28,500 for DAFZA. However, DAFZA may offer advantages in terms of general trading, logistics.