DCC vs HFZ
Dubai CommerCity compared to Hamriyah Free Zone
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DCC | HFZ |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Dubai CommerCity | Hamriyah Free Zone |
| Emirate | Dubai | Sharjah |
| Specialty | E-commerce | Industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 11,050 | AED 17,500 |
| Cheapest Package | DCC E-Commerce License | Hamriyah Trading |
| License Fee (from) | AED 12,000 | AED 8,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | MENA's first e-commerce free zone | Deep-water port access |
| Website | www.dubaicommercity.ae | www.hfza.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 |
HFZ Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| Hamriyah Trading | AED 17,500 | 2 |
| Hamriyah Industrial | AED 57,000 | 10 |
Verdict
DCC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 11,050 compared to AED 17,500 for HFZ. However, HFZ may offer advantages in terms of industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas.