Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DCC | DIAC |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai CommerCity | Dubai International Academic City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | E-commerce | Education |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 11,050 | AED 39,000 |
| Cheapest Package | DCC E-Commerce License | DIAC Academic License |
| License Fee (from) | AED 12,000 | AED 15,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 |
| Notable | MENA's first e-commerce free zone | University campus zone |
| Website | www.dubaicommercity.ae | www.diacedu.ae |
All Packages Compared
DCC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DCC E-Commerce License | AED 11,050 | 1 |
| DCC E-Commerce 3-Year | AED 23,600 | 2 |
| DCC Warehouse Package | AED 64,500 | 5 |
DIAC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DIAC Academic License | AED 39,000 | 2 |
| DIAC Campus License | AED 88,060 | 5 |
Verdict
DCC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 11,050 compared to AED 39,000 for DIAC. However, DIAC may offer advantages in terms of education.